Lab Technician I

Overview The principal focus of the Ziegler Laboratory is the development and regulation of the immune system. We are taking a variety of approaches, ranging from a detailed molecular analysis of gene expression to the generation of model systems of human autoimmune disease. Responsibilities Performs laboratory and related work such as weighing materials; mixing chemicals; performing calculations and routine tests; preparing slides and specimens; and cleaning, operating and performing minor maintenance on laboratory equipment. Qualifications Graduation from High School or equivalent with interest in the sciences. Minimum of one year experience as a Laboratory Aide II or equivalent. College level biology/chemistry courses preferred. Compensation Lab Technician I: $21.50 to $26.86 per hour Lab Technician II: $21.50 to $29.27 per hour Benefits Medical, dental, vision hardware insurance Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter Short and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance 403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year Employee assistance program Educational assistance program Subsidized bus pass YMCA rebate and other fitness club discounts Voluntary benefits, e.g., pet insurance, accident, critical illness, identify theft See benaroyaresearch.org for benefit details About Us Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason (BRI) has a bold mission: Predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to COVID-19. We examine the immune system in both health and disease to understand how disorders start and how to rebalance the immune system back to health. Equipped with innovative tools and robust biorepositories, our team chips away at the biggest mysteries behind these conditions to work toward our vision of a healthy immune system for all. As an independent non-profit organization within Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we collaborate with clinicians to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care. At BRI, each role is valued and an important contributor to the vision and mission. BRI is committed to a safe, caring and diverse workplace; as well as to taking action to further our commitments to foster inclusion, equity and belonging so employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. Consider making a difference, join our team. Because together, we are Powering Possibility. To learn more, visit benaroyaresearch.org and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.