Senior Research Associate
Job in
Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101, USA
Listed on 2026-09-06
Listing for:
Vertex
Contract
position Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Immunology Research, Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Research Assistant/Associate
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Research Associate
The discovery immunology research team is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate. The successful candidate will support preclinical research efforts by designing, executing, and analyzing experiments related to immune mechanisms, target validation, and therapeutic development. This is a laboratory-based role where the successful candidate will contribute directly to early-stage drug discovery programs.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Isolate, culture, and manipulate primary human immune cells and cell lines.
- Design and execute experiments to interrogate immune cell phenotype and function, including cell-based multicolor flow cytometry and Incucyte assays.
- Troubleshoot experiments and optimize protocols.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data while maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records.
- Collaborate with scientists across discovery teams in order to achieve project goals.
- Prepare data for internal reports and presentations for internal meetings.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Required Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent degree) in biological sciences and 3+ years of relevant employment experience
Required Knowledge/Skills
- Hands-on tissue culture experience, including the isolation and maintenance of primary human immune cells and human cell lines.
- Experience with a variety of cell-based immunology assays to interrogate immune cell phenotype and function including multicolor flow cytometry and Incucyte assays.
- Experience measuring soluble analytes such as by ELISA, Luminex, or MSD.
- Critical thinking and self-reliance to solve tasks independently or ask questions.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.
- Foundational knowledge of immunology and an eagerness to learn new techniques and skills.
Contract Length: 12 months with the chance to extend.
Pay Range: $40/hr.
- $44/hr.
Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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