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Responsibilities: The SEPS lab () at the Center for Integrative Brain Research, Seattle Children's Research Institute and the University of Washington invites applications for several R01-funded postdoctoral positions. Work in the SEPS lab focuses on shared molecular pathology among the many genetic causes of autism. The successful candidate will work closely with a technician and graduate/undergraduate students to plan and supervise several parallel lines of investigation involving altered signal transduction in autism, using genetic mouse models and primary neuronal cell cultures. The candidate will be expected to independently move projects forward, write papers, and apply for F32 or equivalent grants. The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform precise wetlab work and complex bioinformatics analyses using MatLab and R programming. Prior experience in molecular or behavioral biology, and/or working with mouse models of neuropsychiatric disease is a plus. Creative, big-picture thinking and dedication academic research are essential. The selected candidate will join the vibrant research community at CIBR, located on the newly renovated 8thfloor of the Jack MacDonald building in downtown Seattle. A modern, open lab space, a collegial atmosphere, on-site gym and rooftop garden, and top-of-the-line equipment, office space and meeting rooms make this an ideal training environment. Emailed inquiries toare always welcomed. Requirements: Required Education/Experience: -Doctorate degree (PhD/DVM/MD) in specialty area from an accredited university training program - Experience using basic research techniques of specialty area Required Credentials: N/A Preferred: - Previous experience conducting research in the pediatric arena - Experience in protocol and manuscript development and in grant writing Please contact Dr. Stephen E.P. Smith for more information - seps@uw.edu Min to Max Hourly Salary: $25.34 - $34.47 /hr Min to Max Annual Salary: $65,478.00 - $91,000.00 /yr Salary Information: This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided. The union pay ranges can be found on the Seattle Children's website here: - Seattle Children's offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants: This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors. Benefits Information: Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. for more information. About Us: Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children's - to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE As one of the nation's top five pediatric research centers, Seattle Children's Research Institute is dedicated to providing hope, care, and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Our investigators are involved in hundreds of projects that cover every phase of research, from studying how diseases work to improving investigational therapies. They have pioneered groundbreaking cystic fibrosis treatments and cutting-edge cancer therapies that help a child's immune system defeat cancer, and made other major contributions to pediatric medicine. Researchers work in close collaboration with one another, their colleagues at partner institutions includin