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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.. Dr. Ponnalagu in the UW Department of Pharmacology is seeking a Research Scientist Engineer 1.. Maintenance of mouse colony records and animal care (30%).. Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Biology and one year of relevant experience in biomedical research lab, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.. Maintenance of mouse colony records and animal care Experience with cardiomyocyte isolation, maintenance of cell lines, transduction Work with function assays,and imaging experiments

research scientist

Req #: 235720 Department: Pharmacology Posting Date: 06/18/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $3,887- $4,457 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: 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. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119_a11y.pdf) 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. POSITION PURPOSE Dr. Ponnalagu in the UW Department of Pharmacology is seeking a Research Scientist Engineer 1. Dr. Ponnalagu’s laboratory is focused on understanding the mechanism by which intracellular chloride channels affect diabetes and its associated cardiovascular diseases, The overarching goal is developing novel therapeutic interventions to treat these diseases. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the breeding, weaning, and genotyping of mice colonies to support the needs of the research. Maintenance of mouse colony records and animal care (30%). Primary cardiomyocyte isolation, maintenance of cells, transduction (30%). Mitochondrial function assays, biochemistry, and imaging experiments (30%). Preparation of laboratory reagents, ordering lab supplies (10%). As a good lab practice, one is expected to keep detailed records, perform data analysis, and present data in lab meetings. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Biology and one year of relevant experience in biomedical research lab, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Experience with the breeding, weaning, and genotyping of mice colonies to support the needs of the research. Maintenance of mouse colony records and animal care Experience with cardiomyocyte isolation, maintenance of cell lines, transduction Work with function assays,and imaging experiments 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 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. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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