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RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 1
 

RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 1
Req #: 233337
Department: WASHINGTON NATIONAL PRIMATE CENTER (WaNPRC)
Job Location: Seattle Campus
Posting Date: 04/18/2024 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $3,887 - $7,765 per month 
Other Compensation:  
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift 
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, click here.  

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The values of diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to the success of our research enterprise and are embedded in the culture of who we are as an institution and employer. We create progressive change honoring the unique and diverse perspectives in the Office of Research and the UW research community. We strengthen our commitment to the core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering an environment of authenticity in support of our mission to provide an equitable and accessible community to all. Read more here: https://www.washington.edu/research/or/office-of-research-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/

The primary purpose of the Research Scientist/Engineer 1 (NE S UAW RSE) is to provide the appropriate environment to support outstanding biomedical research directed towards significant human health issues and nonhuman primate health and biology.  In conjunction with our Mission Statement, these values link this position to our purpose as a Center:
  • Commitment to Research
  • Accountability - Productivity
  • Communication

    Under the general direction of the Research Support Supervisor, this position provides comprehensive research support for investigators conducting research using nonhuman primates (NHPs).  This position provides an essential function by coordinating and performing routine scientific work for research projects.  Multiple projects involving different experimental protocols and schedules are conducted concurrently.  This position requires excellent organizational skills plus the flexibility to work in an environment with constantly shifting and occasionally conflicting priorities is required.

    Expected areas of applicable skills will be in performing experimental procedures such as tissue and blood collection, administration of experimental drugs, minor surgical procedures, and assistance with major surgeries.  Attention to detail in data acquisition, correlation and presentation is also required.  High priority is placed on communication and collaboration with other teams such as BMS, husbandry, and veterinary personnel.  Frequent interaction with supervisory and investigative staff is also required.

    The ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in sensitive situations is necessary.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Research Services (50%)
  • Prepare equipment and supplies for performance of procedures requested by scientists or research groups.
  • Administer drugs to sedate animals for experimental procedures.
  • Perform routine and research specific procedures including blood draws, inoculations and biopsies according to established research project protocols and schedules.
  • Arrange for animal fasting, setting up and cleaning up, submitting appropriate paperwork, and distributing samples to required locations.
  • Set up for protocol related surgeries and necropsies. Prepare tissues for distribution.
  • Enter data of experimental procedures and drugs administered to animals on research projects into the animal medical records.
  • Perform the duties required of Essential Personnel members in the event of an emergency.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Project management activities (40%)
  • Communicate observations of animals during procedures to BMS and veterinary staff.
  • Maintain, analyze, and distribute records of blood work and details of experimental procedures to research groups.
  • Manage research projects including participation in meetings with research teams to plan details of project performance and discuss project results and future directions.
  • Assist with personnel time billing.

    Training (10%)
  • Acquire new skills to perform new animal-related techniques as required by specific project assignments. Train others as appropriate.
  • Stay current on all required training.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of nonhuman primates.
  • Experience working in an ABSL-2/3 environment.
  • Two years hands-on experience working with laboratory animals, including at least one with nonhuman primates.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated capacity to work well independently and in collaboration with a diverse staff and research investigators.
  • Knowledge of animal welfare regulations, bio-safety principles, radiation safety, controlled drug regulations, and hazardous substance shipping.
  • Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite of software.
  • Skilled at coordinating and managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Professional-level experience may be substituted, year-for-year, for the formal academic degree.

    Application Process: The application process 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 Work 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”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

    • Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.