Research Scientist

Position Overview

This is a unique type of position that requires significant individual initiative and motivation to learn and understand both existing and new scientific methods and knowledge. The Research Scientist will be given the opportunity and be responsible for conducting independent and creative research related to the overall mission of the laboratory. This is an ideal position for those considering graduate school in a related field or medical school in the near future (up to two years).

Overall responsibilities include acquiring an in-depth understanding of the field in which they are working, and working with the PI, as well as independently, on the planning, design, execution, trouble‑shooting, and interpretation of experiments; making detailed observations, recording data and presenting results; assisting post docs and fellows in day‑to‑day activities and interpreting experiments related to assigned projects. The Research Scientist will spend the majority of their time making contributions to on‑going laboratory projects, requiring the ability to use independent judgment to address tasks and projects, and will identify and refine existing procedures and practices.

The incumbent may also participate in the management of a small rodent colony.

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or scientific discipline. Prior experience in a laboratory setting; may include relevant educational programs.

Research experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, and tissue culture techniques is highly preferred.

$26.51 - $39.76 per hour. This compensation range was calculated based on full‑time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided. This compensation range is specific to Seattle; positions located outside Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Seattle Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an affirmative action employer.