Research Technician I
About the role
The goal of the Bettelli Lab at the Benaroya Research Institute is to understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the development of autoimmunity and find means to limit them.
Responsibilities
- Support and perform laboratory experiments on adaptive and innate immune cells using a variety of techniques including flow cytometry, cell culture, gene expression analysis, cytokine quantification, and immunohistochemistry.
- Collaborate with other lab members and maintain detailed laboratory records.
- Analyze data and report experimental results.
Qualifications
- A BA/BS in a scientific field with research laboratory experience.
- Experience working with mice and cellular and molecular biology techniques.
- Attention to detail, critical thinking, accuracy, and ability to learn and grow within the role.
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: $24.05 to $34.15 per hour.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with matching funds; PTO; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; subsidized ORCA pass; wellness benefits; voluntary benefits.
About Us
Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: to advance the science to predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to asthma and allergies. We create detailed pictures of the immune system in health and disease, aiming to understand how disorders start and how to rebalance the immune system back to health. Equipped with innovative tools and robust biorepositories, our team chips away at the biggest mysteries behind these conditions to work toward our vision of a healthy immune system for everyone. BRI is a nonprofit research institute based in Seattle and affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. We collaborate with clinicians and patients to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care. At BRI, each individual is valued as an important contributor to our vision and mission.