Biochemistry Research Specialist: Cell-Based Microscopy

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Holidays

Health Insurance

Transit Pass

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a highly capable researcher to provide complex analyses and lead experiments in cell biology. This role supports PI-driven projects, helping with data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities include developing and optimizing procedures, training staff, and presenting findings to internal audiences. Candidates should have a Master’s degree and substantial lab experience in molecular biology.

Qualifications

• Experience with standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques.
• Mammalian cell culture experience desirable.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex analyses and experiments under direction of PI.
• Plans, develops and presents research results; co-authors papers.
• Troubleshoots equipment and optimizes procedures.
• Acts as department representative and presents findings to audiences.
• Maintains documentation and communicates results to users.
• Follows established protocols and safety requirements.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Detail-Oriented

Laboratory Instrumentation

Laboratory Research

Oral Communications

Recordkeeping

Self-Starter

Software Program

Spreadsheets

Statistical Software

Written Communication

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a highly capable researcher to provide complex analyses and lead experiments in cell biology. This role supports PI-driven projects, helping with data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities include developing and optimizing procedures, training staff, and presenting findings to internal audiences. Candidates should have a Master’s degree and substantial lab experience in molecular biology.