Microbial Bioactives Lab Technician II

3M HEALTHCARE; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/Paid time off

Health insurance

Transit benefits

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research Technician to work on the production and analysis of antibiotic-like compounds produced by non-pathogenic soil bacteria. You will conduct, evaluate, and maintain experiments, collect data, perform analysis, and manage data.

You will train undergraduates, restock inventories, and maintain a safe lab space. The role involves exposure to biological and chemical hazards and requires the ability to wear protective equipment; prior molecular

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific certification/professional license required.
• No specific work experience required.
• Driver's license not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, evaluate, and maintain experiments.
• Collect data and perform analysis.
• Data management.
• Maintain safe and clean lab space.
• Train and manage undergraduates in conduct of research.
• Restock chemical and consumable inventories.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Plasmid construction

PCR design

Protein expression

Bacterial genetics

Chromatography

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research Technician to work on the production and analysis of antibiotic-like compounds produced by non-pathogenic soil bacteria. You will conduct, evaluate, and maintain experiments, collect data, perform analysis, and manage data.

You will train undergraduates, restock inventories, and maintain a safe lab space. The role involves exposure to biological and chemical hazards and requires the ability to wear protective equipment; prior molecular