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Temporary Lab Aide

Overview:

The Hamerman Lab at the Benaroya Research Institute is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lab Aide for a temporary, part-time position (20 hours/week) through August 31, 2026. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in a biomedical research environment. The Lab Aide plays a key role in maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient lab while assisting technical staff with routine tasks and basic experimental procedures under close supervision.

Responsibilities:

Perform simple, routine, and repetitive laboratory tests and procedures as directed
Prepare laboratory media, reagents, and stock solutions
Rinse, organize, and prepare glassware for cleaning and reuse
Transport clean glassware to appropriate storage areas
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly laboratory environment
Clean and perform basic maintenance on laboratory equipment
Monitor inventory and restock laboratory supplies as needed
Assist with experimental setup and basic lab tasks
Support lab personnel with general assistance duties
Perform clerical tasks such as labeling, data entry, or record-keeping as required

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated interest in science, biology, or laboratory work
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to follow instructions and work under close supervision
Basic communication and teamwork skills
Prior laboratory experience (academic or professional)
Coursework in biology, chemistry, or related scientific fields

Compensation:

$22.00 to $26.38 per hour

About Us:

Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: to advance the science to predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to asthma and allergies. We create detailed pictures of the immune system in health and disease, aiming 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 nonprofit research institute based in Seattle and affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. We collaborate with clinicians and patients to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care.

At BRI, each individual is valued as an important contributor to our vision and mission. 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 LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook and YouTube.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6547 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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