Research Associate I – Virus Production

Produce and characterize viral tools for brain-cell labelling, circuit tracing and functional manipulation at the Allen Institute. The Molecular Genetics Viral Technology team works with AAV, lentiviral and rabies-virus preparations. Responsibilities include molecular cloning, DNA/RNA purification, cell culture, virus production and titration, and in vitro and in vivo characterization. The role is primarily onsite at 615 Westlake Avenue North in Seattle, with limited remote flexibility. Annualized salary: USD 54,250–66,450, depending on relevant education, experience and skills.

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant life science and experience in cell culture and molecular biology. Preferred: one to two years of laboratory or virus-production experience, microscopy and basic brain anatomy.