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University of Washington
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| The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all. The Department of Bioengineering’s Woodrow Lab has an opportunity for a Temporary, Full-Time Research Scientist 1. The focus of research in the Woodrow Lab is the development of molecular reagents for the applications in biomolecule separation and diagnostic assays. The overall objective is to improve assays’ sensitivity, specificity, throughput, and multiplexing capacity. RESPONSIBILITIES •Perform routine analytical techniques to test various properties of reagents and materials important to timely progress of the research project that includes: HPLC, DSC, LC-MS,rheometry, tensiometery, mechanical testing; FTIR, NMR, GPC, and DLS. •Perform routine chemical isolation, purification and synthesis. •Test, analyze, and optimize solution and processing parameters for electrospinning. •Identify issues in the electrospinning process including implementing DOE; iterate and resolve issues with research team. •Perform routine analysis of research project data and assist with trouble shooting and daily quality control of data (expertise in Prism, Origin, Matlab or equivalent). •Maintain detailed records of research activities. •Participate in collaborative research activities (lab and technical meetings, etc.). •Prepare research results in publishable form (manuscripts, figure preparation, etc.) •Provide status reports to the Principal Investigator on status of projects. REQUIREMENTS •Bachelor's degree in bioengineering, biochemistry, or related field. •Minimum 3-12 months of relevant experience. •Experience using the following methods: Spectrophotometry (fluorescence, IR, NMR, UV/vis), chromatography (affinity, column, gas, HIC, HPLC, ion, size-exclusion, TLC, paper), RNA binding assays, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis and SDS-PAGE, media culture preparation, inoculation and isolation of bacterial culture, Gram staining, titration, centrifugation. •Experienced with general lab maintenance and safety protocols. Training and experience using HPLC chromatography, NMR spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy methods. •Intermediate skills using Excel, and GraphPad Prism. •Education and experience using: Analytical chemistry instruments including volumetric glassware, UV-vis and IR spectrophotometers, and gas chromatographs for quantitative analysis. •Experience performing literature searches to help improve methodology. Application Process: The 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 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 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. The University of Washington is following physical distancing directives from state and local governments as part of the collective effort to combat the spread of COVID-19. Click here for updates “Onsite work” in the interim will vary for units and for specific positions and will be discussed with candidates during the interview process. | |||
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About University of Washington
Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.
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