Fertility Lab Tech: Sperm Physiology & Contraception

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis's Santi lab in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Senior Research Technician to join the Ob/Gyn group.

The role focuses on sperm physiology, biomarkers of male infertility, and the development of novel contraceptive approaches; you will perform complex assays and contribute to data analysis. The position involves fluorescence-based assays, plate-reader measurements, and quantitative sperm motility assessments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or combination of education and experience.
• Lab setting experience and ability to perform complex assays.
• Strong attention to detail and data management.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex research studies and assays following protocols.
• Enter and maintain data files; monitor data quality.
• Prepare figures, tables, and summaries for meetings and grants.
• Troubleshoot procedures and improve assay reproducibility.
• Train and support technicians as a group leader.

Skills

Sperm biology

Reproductive physiology

Experimental design

Fluorescence assays

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

GraphPad Prism

R

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis's Santi lab in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Senior Research Technician to join the Ob/Gyn group.

The role focuses on sperm physiology, biomarkers of male infertility, and the development of novel contraceptive approaches; you will perform complex assays and contribute to data analysis. The position involves fluorescence-based assays, plate-reader measurements, and quantitative sperm motility assessments.