Biomedical Muscle Research Assistant

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days and holidays

Health insurance

Transit U-Pass

Retirement plan (403(b))

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis in Saint Louis, MO seeks a laboratory position to support muscle biology research in health and disease. The role involves molecular biology work, sample preparation, and documentation in a dynamic lab environment.

The candidate will assist with experiments, data collection, and coordination of projects, with opportunities to work with mouse colonies and diverse tissue samples. This full-time, on-site role supports departmental research activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory experience (2 years) preferred.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research experiments and assays.
• Performs molecular biology experiments including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, genotyping, cloning, Western blotting, and immunostaining.
• Assists with mouse colony management, tissue collection, and processing of biological samples.
• Evaluates results, reports findings and discusses outcomes with staff.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files.
• Prepares buffers, reagents, and solutions; maintains lab stocks.
• Ensures safety procedures and documentation are followed.
• Coordinates research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Assists with general equipment orders and lab maintenance.
• Performs literature research on specified topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Document Research

Laboratory Processes

Scientific Research

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis in Saint Louis, MO seeks a laboratory position to support muscle biology research in health and disease. The role involves molecular biology work, sample preparation, and documentation in a dynamic lab environment.

The candidate will assist with experiments, data collection, and coordination of projects, with opportunities to work with mouse colonies and diverse tissue samples. This full-time, on-site role supports departmental research activities.