Research Associate III – Integrative Metabolic Biology

About the role

The Allen Institute accelerates science for a healthier world through large-scale research designed to answer some of the most complex questions in biology. Our multi-disciplinary teams generate foundational knowledge, tools, and data to understand how our brain, cells, and immune system work. We share our work openly so others can build on it, move faster, and ask bigger questions. We drive discovery forward and create new possibilities for improving human health.

Responsibilities

• Execute molecular and cell biology protocols, including flow cytometry, quantitative PCR, western blots, RNAseq and associated data quantification/analysis
• Assist with imaging experiments, including confocal and mass spec imaging and associated data quantification/analysis
• Human and mouse cell cultures
• Contribute to the development of new protocols as needed
• Present results and summarize progress to help frame internal decision-making
• Comply with SOPs, good laboratory practices, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation using established methods
• Train new lab members in molecular, cellular, and imaging techniques

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Execute molecular and cell biology protocols, including flow cytometry, quantitative PCR, western blots, RNAseq and associated data quantification/analysis
• Assist with imaging experiments, including confocal and mass spec imaging and associated data quantification/analysis
• Human and mouse cell cultures
• Contribute to the development of new protocols as needed
• Present results and summarize progress to help frame internal decision-making
• Comply with SOPs, good laboratory practices, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation using established methods
• Train new lab members in molecular, cellular, and imaging techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, or related field
• 4 years of equivalent experience

Skills

Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and lab instruments/equipment

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or reaching

Exposure and handling of laboratory animals

Laboratory atmosphere - possible exposure to chemical, biological or other hazardous substances

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance

Allen Institute’s 401k plan

Paid time off

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities

Relocation assistance

Work visa sponsorship

Annualized Salary Range: $76,000 - $93,150

Final salary depends on required education for the role, experience, and level of skills relevant to the role, along with work location, where applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities

Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits