Sr. Scientist - Integrative Metabolic BiologyJoin our Integrative Metabolic Biology initiative, aimed to expand the intersection of cell biology, immunology, and brain science. Our mission is to integrate mitochondrial and metabolic biology with cell physiology modelling, immune system function and inflammation, and brain and neuronal mapping to better understand health, aging and disease processes.
We are looking for a Senior Scientists to join our initiative, responsible for executing research pipelines at the intersection of mitochondria and metabolism with innate immune signaling, cancer and cancer immune responses. This will include both mechanistic studies of mitochondrial, metabolic and innate immune signaling in human and mouse cell lines in vitro and tumor studies in mice. The candidate will also participate in research teams that bridge research collaborations with the Cell Science and Immunology accelerators aimed at integrating mitochondrial and metabolic characterizations with ongoing analytic pipelines.
Essential Functions- Mammalian cell culture and engineering
- Analysis of mitochondrial, metabolic, immune signaling phenotypes in cells and tissues
- Standard cell and molecular biology techniques (qPCR, flow cytometry, molecular cloning, western blot, IP/co-IP/ChIP, etc.)
- Mouse tumor studies, including immunophenotyping
- Confocal, electron and other imaging modalities as needed
- Generation, analysis and interpretation of -OMICS data (RNA/DNA/protein/metabolic) and integration of datasets
- Team science/collaborative research
- Carry out and coordinate multiple projects in parallel
- Train other team members
Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Required Experience and Education- PhD degree in cancer biology or related field; or equivalent combination of degree and experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant post-doctoral experience
Preferred Education and Experience- Experience with melanoma tumor models
- Experience in analyzing tumor immune responses
- Experience in nucleic acid biology, biochemistry and signaling
Physical Demands- Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment
Work Environment- Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel or reach
- Possible exposure and handling of laboratory animals
- Laboratory atmosphere - possible exposure to chemical, biological or other hazardous substances
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work- This role is currently working onsite and is expected to work onsite for the majority of the working hours. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State
Additional Eligibility Qualifications- All employees who work with live animals must complete an Occupational Health medical history form and/or consultation with an Occupational Health Provider and receive clearance to work with animals. Depending on your health history and job responsibilities, an annual respiratory health screening and clearance to use a respirator may also be required.
Travel- The successful candidate may be invited to attend occasional national and international conferences
Additional Comments- **Please note, this opportunity offers relocation assistance**
- **Please note, this opportunity may offer work visa sponsorship**
Annualized Salary Range* Final salary depends on required education for the role, experience, and level of skills relevant to the role, along with work location, where applicable.
Benefits- Employees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outline in the Allen Institute's Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute's 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute's benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.
