Research Associate I – Molecular Genetics Scientific Operations

The Molecular Genetics department of the Allen Institute's Brain Science accelerator defines cell types in the mouse nervous system with single-cell genomics and builds high-precision genetic tools to identify, monitor and manipulate distinct neuronal cell types. The Research Associate I supports the Genetic Tools Pipeline team, which generates and characterizes viral vectors and transgenic mouse lines targeting individual cell types: curating viral-vector and mouse-line records and metadata, bench-level sample preparation and storage under SOPs, laboratory organization, inventory and equipment compliance, distribution of biological resources including material transfer agreements and repository depositions, and writing and auditing SOPs.

The position does not sponsor work visas. Annualized salary range USD 54,250-66,450. Seattle, WA.

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biology, neuroscience or a related field; proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software and databases quickly. Preferred: accurate protocol-driven work, strong written communication, research-lab or research-operations experience, familiarity with viral vectors (e.g. AAV, rabies), transgenic mouse models or neuroscience workflows, LIMS, inventory and material transfer agreement experience.