Muscle Biology Research Assistant

Washington University; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in Developmental Biology. The role supports research on molecular mechanisms governing skeletal muscle function, using mouse models, cell culture, and diverse tissue samples, and involves experiment preparation, data entry, and documentation.

You will perform assays and maintain lab operations, coordinating with staff to advance projects and ensure safety and compliance in a university lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• Laboratory Operations experience (2 Years)

Responsibilities

• Conducts research experiments and assays.
• Performs molecular biology experiments, including DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, genotyping, cloning, Western blotting, and immunostaining.
• Assists with mouse colony management, tissue collection, and processing of biological samples.
• Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Prepares buffers, reagents, and solutions and maintaining laboratory stocks.
• Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators.

Skills

DNA/RNA extraction

PCR

RT-qPCR

Genotyping

Cloning

Western blot

Immunostaining

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in Developmental Biology. The role supports research on molecular mechanisms governing skeletal muscle function, using mouse models, cell culture, and diverse tissue samples, and involves experiment preparation, data entry, and documentation.

You will perform assays and maintain lab operations, coordinating with staff to advance projects and ensure safety and compliance in a university lab environment.