Research Associate I – Brain Proteome Organization

Allen Institute
Seattle, WA
Category Research
Job Description
Role Overview

The Research Associate will contribute to large-scale experimental workflows focused on molecular profiling of defined neuronal populations and synapse types in the mouse brain. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and excited to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

What You Will Do

Perform tissue dissections and biochemical preparation of mouse brain samples for downstream molecular profiling and imaging workflows. Execute experimental workflows for synapse isolation, fluorescence-based sorting, and proteomic sample preparation.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology or biochemistry, and experience with mass spectrometry-based proteomics, mouse tissue processing and histology, microscopy, flow cytometry, or automation of experimental workflows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry or related field
  • Experience in one or more of the following: molecular biology or biochemistry, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, mouse tissue processing and histology, microscopy, flow cytometry, automation of experimental workflows, or related experimental disciplines
  • Ability to work independently and within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Positive attitude, self-starter, demonstrated attention to detail, and enthusiasm for learning new experimental approaches

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Paid time off
  • Annualized salary range: $54,250- $66,450
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