Laboratory Technician- Parkinson's Disease

Position Title: Laboratory Technician Job Class: Hourly/Non-Exempt \$20-25/hour DOE Reports To: Dora Yearout PI: Dr. Cyrus Zabetian The incumbent will play an integral role in an ongoing, multicenter, research study on Parkinson\'s disease based at the Seattle VA Puget Sound Health Care System. This individual will perform laboratory duties, and analyze and track data in a Microsoft Access database. Under minimal supervision, this individual will: Process human blood samples to collect plasma, serum, and buffy coats Centrifuge and aliquot CSF samples Ship human samples to repositories and collaborators Extract DNA from human blood and tissue Genotype human genomic DNA using TaqMan Sequence human genomic DNA Analyze sequence data using Mutation Surveyor Modify, maintain, and query Microsoft Access databases Maintain freezer inventory of human DNA, CSF, buffy coats, whole blood, plasma and serum samples Reagent preparation Requirements: BS degree in biology or related field AND up to two years of experience in a research laboratory; experience with general molecular methods including PCR; proficiency with desktop computers including spreadsheet and statistical software; strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage diverse tasks, flexibility in work hours, and a commitment to excellence. Desired: Previous work on human clinical research studies Experience with ABI Genetic Analyzer (3100, 3130, 3500, or 3730) Experience extracting DNA from human whole blood Coursework in molecular biology, genetics, neurobiology, and statistics SIBCR Benefits: SIBCR Pays 100% (less \$90/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 12 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, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Term Life No other types of compensation offered at this time. To Apply: Upload cover letter and resume. Currently, only US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card holders with proper work documents and F-type Visa holders may apply. 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, 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.