Employment

Located at the University of Washington in Seattle, the Institute for Protein Design is a unique interdisciplinary environment where world-class researchers create new biomolecules. Joining our team means becoming part of one of the largest and most innovative public universities in the world. Your work here will not only support scientific inquiry but also has the potential to make a real difference in global health and sustainability.

To see all our active job postings, search the keyword “IPD” on the UW hiring portal.*

Don’t see the perfect opening? Write to us at contact@ipd.uw.edu. We are always on the lookout for passionate individuals eager to contribute to one of the most dynamic and promising areas of science.

* Current UW undergraduates may apply to paid lab support (non-research) positions through UW Handshake.

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Open Positions:

Research Scientist 1: Peptide Production Core

Research Scientist Assistant

Student Assistant (Lab Support, Non-Research)

Application Process:

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, or registration.