Washington University in St. Louis · 3 days ago
Research Technician II - Molecular Microbiology
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$16.92/hr - $26.44/hr
0+ years expWashington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research Technician II for the Stallings Laboratory, focused on innovative research in microbiology and immunology. The role involves assisting with studies evaluating new compounds for antibacterial activity and host-directed therapies against Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
E-LearningEBooksEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment
Performs bacterial culturing experiments in a Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory
Performs data entry and maintains data files on research
Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc
Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions
Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures
Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position
No specific work experience is required for this position
The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals
Preferred
Communication
Detailed Reports
Laboratory Instrumentation
Laboratory Research
Software Program
Working Independently
Benefits
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Company
Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University’s mission is to discover and disseminate knowledge, and protect the freedom of inquiry through research and teaching.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$24.6MKey Investors
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2019-01-31Grant
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