Research Scientist 3, Genomics - Department of Genome Sciences

About the role

The Department of Genome Sciences' Northwest Genomics Center (NWGC) (Wei Lab) has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist 3, Genomics, to join the team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory protocols for next-generation DNA and RNA library construction and sequencing. – 60%
• Perform standard and lab-developed molecular biology protocols. – 35%
• Develop new methods for DNA, RNA, and methylation analysis. – 5%

Requirements

• Carry out laboratory protocols for next-generation DNA and RNA library construction and sequencing. – 60%
• Perform standard and lab-developed molecular biology protocols. – 35%
• Develop new methods for DNA, RNA, and methylation analysis. – 5%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Genetics/Biochemistry, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering, or other related Life Sciences field. Four or more years of laboratory experience to include: Working knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, and/or chemistry and excellent technical wet bench skills.

Skills

• Ability to perform cell culture of established lines and manipulate nucleic acid, tissues, nuclei and chromatin.
• Demonstrated experience in -omics library construction.
• Experience in performing a broad range of short-read and long-read sequencing analyses.
• Experience with liquid handling systems, specifically, Janus, Zephyr, and Sciclone systems, including program development.
• Experience working in a CLIA-certified environment.
• Excellent recording keeping and ability to refine and develop protocols.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be highly organized with solid attention to detail.
• Open to receiving direction and to asking for assistance when needed.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Pay

Pay Range Minimum: $80,244.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum $105,000.00 annual