Req #: 239376

Department: SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

Appointing Department Web Address: https://sop.washington.edu/department-of-pharmaceutics/

Posting Date: 10/10/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $3887 - $4,700 per month

Shift: First Shift

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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 University of Washington School of Pharmacy is ranked nationally in the top schools of Pharmacy. At the School of Pharmacy, we are committed to educating the next generation of leaders in pharmacy, pharmaceutical research and health care – while seeking to ensure the safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines.

The Department of Pharmaceutics in the School of Pharmacy has an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated Research Scientist/Engineer I who will be involved in research, focusing on modeling human organ function through molecular profiling and immunostaining of engineered cell systems. Operating at Biosafety Level 2, the role involves hands-on work with human kidney tissue, primary cell preparation, and bioengineered hardware assembly. With a strong emphasis on hazardous chemical handling, the research aims to simulate tissue injury and advance drug development. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge science, combining expertise in molecular biology, bioengineering, and specialized lab techniques.

The purpose of the research is to model human organ function as determined by molecular profiling of gene expression, immunostaining of engineered cell systems and working with hazardous chemicals/xenobiotics associated with tissue injury.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES RESEARCH - 95%

• Conducts BSL2 level research on human specimens; specific duties will include working with clinical research coordinators to procure human kidney tissue, process tissue, prepare, propagate, and preserve primary cells from human tissue.

• Uses primary kidney cells to populate bioengineered hardware to model human organ function as determined by molecular profiling of gene expression, immunostaining of engineered cell systems and working with hazardous chemicals/xenobiotics associated with tissue injury.

• Collects and organize electronic copies of laboratory protocols, SOPs, chemical inventories, and lab personnel assigned duties.

• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other literature concerning experimental procedures and conferring with Principal Investigators concerning implementation of experimental procedures.ADMINISTRATION - 5%

• Attends lab meetings and research seminars as relevant to laboratory activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and one year of experience working with primary human kidney and intestinal cells. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with Immunocytochemistry/histochemistry assay development.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent attention to detail DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent records-keeping ability.

• Works well in a fast-paced team environment

• Self-directed

• Preference will be given to applicants with prior cell culture experience 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.

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.