Postdoctoral Research Associate

Overview

The Ziegler Lab is seeking a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team investigating the immune mechanisms at mucosal barrier surfaces. Our lab focuses on understanding how immune responses are controlled in the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, exploring both normal and pathogenic processes, with an emphasis on epithelial cytokines and regulatory T cells (Tregs).

Responsibilities

As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will engage in semi-independent or independent biomedical research aligned with the lab's current projects. Your role will include:

• Designing and implementing experimental projects
• Documenting and analyzing experimental results
• Preparing data for publications and presentations
• Operating and maintaining specialized laboratory equipment
• Conducting comprehensive literature reviews to remain updated on scientific advancements
• Collaborating with scientific staff on grant applications and interdisciplinary research projects
• Supervising and guiding research technicians
• Writing and submitting manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals

Qualifications

M.D. or Ph.D. required. May require an Animal Handling Certificate and experience working with mouse models of disease.

Compensation

$77,978 - $81,000 per year; depending on years of postdoctoral experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care
• Short and long-term disability
• 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 ORCA pass
• Wellness benefits
• Voluntary benefits

About Us

Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: To 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 everyone. BRI is a world-renowned independent nonprofit research institute affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and based in Seattle. 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 our 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 by joining 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.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6972 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org.