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Located at the University of Washington in Seattle, the Institute for Protein Design (IPD) is a unique interdisciplinary environment where world-class researchers create new biomolecules. Our mission is to create proteins that solve modern challenges in medicine, technology, and sustainability. Joining our team means becoming part of one of the largest and most innovative public universities in the world.
POSITION PURPOSEAs a member of our Core R&D Labs, you will make important research contributions that accelerate progress in protein design. These teams develop new research methods, collect experimental data, and help interpret results. These activities are performed in collaboration with other scientists at the Institute for Protein Design.
You will initially join the Biologics, Vaccines, Production, and Process Development Research Core. These interdisciplinary teams utilize standard techniques or develop new processes to study and produce biologics and vaccines as therapeutic candidates for indications like Malaria, COVID, TB, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(70%) Work with other Core R&D Lab members to accomplish research specific goals. This includes: Express proteins utilizing microbial systems with standard production techniques.Purify proteins utilizing gravity IMAC or AKTA FPLC systems using standard protocols.Characterize proteins using biophysical techniques such as: SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, UV-Vis, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Electron Microscopy (EM).Review, analyze, and troubleshoot all experimental results.Document protocols run in the wet lab.Follow standard operating procedures and working guidelines.(20%) Maintain databases and inventories. This includes: Preparation and maintenance of standard laboratory stocks and reagents necessary to research workflow.Maintain inventory for all chemicals, supplies, reagents, and biological samples.Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.Work with Laboratory Manager to assist with laboratory-wide EH&S compliance.(5%) Assist with managing undergraduate research assistants. (5%) Present scientific data, attend meetings and team building events. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular biology, or any other relevant field and less than one year of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSStrong communication and organization skills and great attention to detail, and ability to thrive in both individual tasks and team environments/assignments.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate will be someone who has had at least one year of relevant protein biochemistry experience in a laboratory setting in addition to standard chemistry/biochemistry laboratory courses during their undergraduate degree.
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.
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