Part-time Research Technician I
Benaroya Research Institute, Seattle, WA, United States
The Ray Lab at the Benaroya Research Institute is seeking a part-time Research Technician to provide essential laboratory support for biomedical research projects. This role supports both routine and specialized experimental work in a collaborative research environment focused on understanding immune function and disease mechanisms.
Hours: 20 to 25 per week.
Responsibilities
Prepare laboratory reagents, chemical stocks, culture media, and cell lines following established protocols
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including spectrometers, electrophoresis systems, radiation counters, PCR machines, and other analytical instruments
Perform chemical, physical, and biological assays in accordance with written experimental procedures
Work with mouse models as needed, including immunizations and surgical procedures when applicable
Process and fractionate blood samples using sterile technique
Prepare tissue and cell samples for light and fluorescent microscopy
Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, including data entry, photography, and documentation in laboratory databases and notebooks
Conduct literature searches and review scientific publications relevant to ongoing research
Assist with laboratory organization, inventory management, and preparation of purchase orders for supplies and equipment
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a scientific or related field required
Basic laboratory skills and prior experience working in a research laboratory preferred
Strong foundational skills in data recording, basic mathematics, and computer-based data entry and analysis
Experience with mammalian tissue culture and multiparameter flow cytometry preferred
Ability to follow detailed experimental protocols and maintain accurate scientific records
May require experience or willingness to learn animal handling and surgical techniques depending on project needs
Compensation
$24.05 to $34.15 per hour
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
Short and long-term disability
Life and AD&D insurance
403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment
PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance program
Subsidized ORCA pass
Wellness benefits
Voluntary benefits
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6547 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Hours: 20 to 25 per week.
Responsibilities
Prepare laboratory reagents, chemical stocks, culture media, and cell lines following established protocols
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including spectrometers, electrophoresis systems, radiation counters, PCR machines, and other analytical instruments
Perform chemical, physical, and biological assays in accordance with written experimental procedures
Work with mouse models as needed, including immunizations and surgical procedures when applicable
Process and fractionate blood samples using sterile technique
Prepare tissue and cell samples for light and fluorescent microscopy
Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, including data entry, photography, and documentation in laboratory databases and notebooks
Conduct literature searches and review scientific publications relevant to ongoing research
Assist with laboratory organization, inventory management, and preparation of purchase orders for supplies and equipment
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a scientific or related field required
Basic laboratory skills and prior experience working in a research laboratory preferred
Strong foundational skills in data recording, basic mathematics, and computer-based data entry and analysis
Experience with mammalian tissue culture and multiparameter flow cytometry preferred
Ability to follow detailed experimental protocols and maintain accurate scientific records
May require experience or willingness to learn animal handling and surgical techniques depending on project needs
Compensation
$24.05 to $34.15 per hour
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
Short and long-term disability
Life and AD&D insurance
403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment
PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance program
Subsidized ORCA pass
Wellness benefits
Voluntary benefits
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6547 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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