• Research Technologist 1 (Hourly/Intermittent)

    University of Washington (Seattle, WA)


    Req #: 246305

     

    Department: DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE: OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

     

    Appointing Department Web Address: https://obgyn.uw.edu/

     

    Posting Date: 05/22/2025

    Closing Info:

    Closes On 06/22/2025

     

    Salary: $21.14 - $24.32 per hour

     

    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/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/04/benefits-summary-classified-staff-less-than-half-time-4787-20250130-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.

     

    _The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology_** **has an outstanding opportunity for an** **_Intermittent_** **Research Technologist 1** **in The Maternal Fetal Medicine research division.** **OVERVIEW

    The Maternal Fetal Medicine research division is a vibrant group at the University of Washington conducting research on several topics including infectious diseases, maternal immunizations, and immunity. The applicant will work with Dr. Kachikis in her research program investigating transfer of maternal immunity to infants.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The primary role is to support the investigator’s research program, including clinical and laboratory research. This individual will be responsible for participant recruitment and enrollment, clinical data abstraction and coordination of research procedures. Laboratory work may involve processing blood for serum, plasma, peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) isolation, and placental samples, organizing samples and preparing sample shipments. Depending on experience and interest, this individual will have the opportunity to develop SOPs, oversee student work in the laboratory and participants in other aspects of the research program. We plan to involve this technician in academic opportunities, as appropriate.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Two years’ experience as a Laboratory Technician II, or equivalent; OR a Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field of science or technology.

     

    The announcement of position vacancy (recruiting bulletin) may specify course work or experience within a specific discipline if determined necessary by the personnel officer. Training or experience within a specific discipline will be required to meet the unique requirements of individual positions.

     

    _Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration._ **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS**

    Preference for an individual in the biomedical field (Biology, Biochemistry, etc.) or public health with comfort working in laboratory space and communicating with patients. Spanish speaking skills are a plus but are not a requirement. Prior research lab experience is ideal.

    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._**

     

    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.