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Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis · 21 hours ago

Research Technician II - Neurosurgery

Washington University Medical Campus

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$16.92/hr - $26.44/hr

1+ years exp

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is seeking a full-time Research Technician in the laboratory of Dr. Rui Tang. The role involves assisting with research studies and experiments focused on small cell lung cancer metastasis, utilizing various techniques in a laboratory setting.

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Responsibilities

Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment

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

Molecular Biology LabCell BiologyNGS Data AnalysisR ProgrammingPythonLinuxWorking IndependentlyDetailed ReportsLaboratory InstrumentationLaboratory ResearchCommunicationSelf Motivation

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

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in a biological science with a strong academic record

A strong team player with good communication skills

Self-motivated, with long-term goals of advanced training

Minimum of 1 year of research experience in a biology laboratory (cancer research is a plus)

Basic laboratory skills in molecular biology and cell biology

Entry-level coding experience in R, Python, and/or Linux

Prior experience with NGS data analysis is a strong plus

Cell Biology

Communication

Detailed Reports

Laboratory Instrumentation

Laboratory Research

Linux

Molecular Biology Lab

NGS Data Analysis

Python (Programming Language)

R Programming

Self Motivation

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.