Pulmonary Vascular Research Technician I

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking enthusiastic Research Technicians to join the Lin Lab, focusing on the molecular regulation of endothelial cells in pulmonary vasculopathies.

The role involves assisting with studies, performing routine tests, immunohistochemistry, and tissue cultures, contributing to data management and lab maintenance. The position is based in a biomedical research setting with safety procedures and potential exposure to hazards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Skills listed as Not Applicable in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with immunohistochemistry.
• Assists with tissue cultures of primary endothelial and fibroblast cell lines.
• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking enthusiastic Research Technicians to join the Lin Lab, focusing on the molecular regulation of endothelial cells in pulmonary vasculopathies.

The role involves assisting with studies, performing routine tests, immunohistochemistry, and tissue cultures, contributing to data management and lab maintenance. The position is based in a biomedical research setting with safety procedures and potential exposure to hazards.