Muscle Biology Research Specialist

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Transit pass

Tuition support

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a motivated research professional to support a Developmental Biology lab studying skeletal muscle mechanisms. The role involves complex analyses, experiments, and handling diverse species samples in a team environment.

The candidate will plan and perform experiments, assist with literature reviews and contribute to publications and grant-related work. A Master’s degree and 4 years of laboratory experience are preferred, with strong problem-solving,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory setting experience is required (4 years).
• Proficient in data analysis, documentation and scientific communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex analyses and experiments under PI direction.
• Develops and organizes research results; may present on behalf of department.
• Conducts literature searches and supports publications/grants.
• Troubleshoots procedures and wickets lab protocols.
• Maintains documentation and communicates findings to internal/external audiences.

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 motivated research professional to support a Developmental Biology lab studying skeletal muscle mechanisms. The role involves complex analyses, experiments, and handling diverse species samples in a team environment.

The candidate will plan and perform experiments, assist with literature reviews and contribute to publications and grant-related work. A Master’s degree and 4 years of laboratory experience are preferred, with strong problem-solving,