Washington University in St. Louis · 1 week ago
Research Assistant - Ophthalmology
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.10/hr - $29.09/hr
2+ years expWashington University in St. Louis is looking for a Research Assistant in the Rajagopal Lab within the department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences. The role involves assisting with research studies, conducting experiments, and maintaining laboratory conditions to support advancements in retinal metabolism and related studies.
E-LearningEBooksEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Conducts research experiments and assays. Performs biochemical assays using mouse and human retinal tissue
Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved
Maintains mouse colonies with specific genetic modifications
Performs data entry and maintains required documentation on lab and/or specimen conditions and develops and summarizes information into usable formats or presentations on research
Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc
Complies with established safety procedures, compliance requirements, and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions
Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators
Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it
Assists with general supply/equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning
Performs literature research on specified topics
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Laboratory Operations (2 Years)
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals
Preferred
Individuals with experience in one or more of the following techniques: western blotting, quantitative PCR, immunofluorescence imaging, cell culture, mouse colony management and husbandry
Document Research
Laboratory Processes
Scientific Research
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
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