University of Washington·Seattle, Washington
The role involves processing clinical blood and placenta samples and performing immunology research using flow cytometry. Additionally, the technologist is responsible for general lab maintenance, training junior staff, and assisting with patient recruitment.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has an outstanding opportunity for an hourly Research Technologist I to join Dr. Stephen McCartney’s team in the Maternal and Fetal Medicine (MFM) Lab.
About this Opportunity
Reporting to Sam Rosen, the MFM Lab Manager, the Research Technologist I will be responsible for processing clinical samples in the Maternal Fetal Medicine labs. They are also responsible for training junior lab members in lab processing, the general maintenance of the lab, and assisting the lab manager in research related to the immunology of pregnancy.
Both positions are based at the Magnuson Health Sciences Building. These are in-person roles with no telework option. The anticipated hours for each position is 20 hours per week based on the amount of work available and may vary week to week. These positions will need to flex their hours to work early mornings, nights, weekends and occasionally UW holidays to align with the availability of delivery samples.
Train junior lab assistants in Maternal Fetal Medicine Lab protocols – 15%
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
BD FACSymphony Cytometer, Guava Muse cell analyzer, Miltenyi GentleMACS, clinical blood and/or tissue processing
Compensation, Benefits and
$21.70 hourly
$25.55 hourly
• Benefits:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a temporary position
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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law [https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080].
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in science/technology or two years of experience as a Laboratory Technician II. Specific experience with BD FACSymphony, Guava Muse, and Miltenyi GentleMACS is required.
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