RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 1 - University of Washington : Job Details

If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-###-#### or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The University of Washington School of Pharmacy is ranked nationally in the top schools of Pharmacy. At the School of Pharmacy, we are committed to educating the next generation of leaders in pharmacy, pharmaceutical research and health care - while seeking to ensure the safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines.Position OverviewThe Department of Pharmaceutics in the School of Pharmacy has an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated Research Scientist/Engineer 1. Under the guidance of the Principal Investigators (Jash Unadkat), the Research Scientist/Engineer I will be responsible for managing the lab, and running experiments focused on predicting the in vivo disposition of drugs based on in vitro studies (e.g. qPCR, quantitative targeted proteomics, transporter/enzyme activity assays). The incumbent should be highly flexible and work well in a dynamic research environment. Strong attention to detail, record keeping and quantitation is required.Research PurposeTo predict the disposition of medicinal drugs in humans based on in vitro studies using cell culture and quantitative techniques such as qPCR, quantitative targeted proteomics, and activity assays of transporters and enzymes.ResponsibilitiesResearch - 95% Conduct BSL2 level research on human tissues or primary cells; specific duties will include working with clinical research coordinators to procure human tissue, process tissue, prepare, propagate, and preserve primary cells from human tissues.Conduct molecular profiling of gene expression, immunostaining of the cells, conduct LC-MS/MS assays to quantify the proteins or medicinal drugs and work with hazardous chemicals/drugs.Collect and organize electronic copies of laboratory protocols, SOPs, chemical inventories, and lab personnel assigned duties; manage all safety aspects of the laboratory.Review scientific journals, abstracts and other literature concerning experimental procedures and confer with Principal Investigators to implement experimental procedures.Perform basic data analysis and prepare reports summarizing experimental research results.Keep detailed laboratory notebook records of research studies.Operate complex laboratory instruments and equipment in support of research activities; may instruct others in their use.Acquire and analyze data for manuscript publication; use standard software to analyze data.Review the work of laboratory personnel; instruct other lab personnel on research techniques.Attend lab meetings and research seminars as relevant to laboratory activity.Assist lab personnel in conduct of their research. Administration Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field.At least 3 to 12 months of research experience in the areas listed above or a related area. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration. Additional Requirements Excellent records-keeping ability, and strong verbal and written communication skills.Preference will be given to applicants with experience in cell culture and qPCR.Excellent quantitative skills.Works well with others in a fast-paced team environment.Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.Willing to conduct routine laboratory tasks. Desired Qualifications Willingness to learn new techniques, interested in writing and publishing manuscripts, interested in quantitative sciences. Application ProcessThe application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select Apply to this position  . #J-18808-Ljbffr