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Title: Research Associate
Job Class: Salary/Exempt, Full-time, $5,833-$6,000/month
PI/Reports To: Dr. John Neumaier
At the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center.
As an SIBCR employee, you have a unique opportunity to help improve the lives of Veterans through supporting our scientists whose research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; and pulmonary diseases. You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.
Summary:
We are seeking a research associate with PhD or equivalent degree who has extensive experience in mouse and rat neurobiology and behavior.
Responsibilities:
Methods will include stereotaxic surgery, viral vector manipulation of gene expression, working with crossing lines of transgenic mice, and behavioral pharmacology experiments including conditioned fear responses, pain sensitivity, memory, social behavior, and emotional behaviors related to mood and anxiety.
Position Requirements:
Experience in analyzing stress behaviors including innate emotional behaviors such as ultrasonic vocalization or social interaction is preferred. Familiarity with modern genotyping methods as well as RNA analysis methods such as in situ hybridization histochemistry is an important asset.
Knowledge and Experience:
The position involves managing junior researchers' contributions to research projects and data analysis and interpretation. The successful applicant must have excellent writing skills, an established track record of publications, and experience in assisting with grant writing.
How to apply:
Please complete online application and upload a cover letter and resume.
Diversity enriches research and promotes the best healthcare. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals whose backgrounds or interests align with this commitment, as well as individuals from all backgrounds that are underrepresented in research, to apply.
All SIBCR employees must meet VA hiring requirements. Currently, only US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card holders with proper work documents and F-type Visa holders may apply.
SIBCR Benefits:
SIBCR Pays 100% (less $100/month) for Employees and 75% of Dependent Premiums per month.
Offered to all employees working 20+ hours per week on a regular basis:
- Medical and Prescription Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options with Matching Contribution (up to 2.5%) plus Non-Match Contribution of 5%
- Sick Leave - accrues at 1 hour for 20 paid hours
- Vacation Leave - accrues at 1 hour for 20 paid hours
- 11 Paid Holidays + one personal holiday
- ORCA transportation pass at a nominal monthly fee
- Other mandated leave such as FMLA and WA PFML
- Voluntary Benefits include Flexible Spending Account, AFLAC, Voluntary Term Life
No other types of compensation offered at this time
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
The Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or status as transgender, national origin, caste, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor protected by federal, state or local law.