Research Lab Supervisor - Pathology & Immunology

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis’ ElTanbouly Lab seeks a lab supervisor to oversee in vivo and in vitro studies, manage mouse colonies, flow cytometry, and multi-omics projects.

You will supervise staff, develop protocols, maintain records, and ensure safety; experience with mouse handling, PCR/qPCR, and cell culture is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of lab experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory experience and mouse handling are valued.
• Molecular biology skills and flow cytometry familiarity are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory administrative functions such as scheduling, purchasing and record-keeping.
• Supervises laboratory staff, ensuring study procedures and staff performance.
• Develops manuals and guidelines for lab studies, updating animal and safety protocols.
• Maintains records and prepares reports for studies.
• Researches and recommends new methods to maintain quality and standards.
• Assists Dr ElTanbouly and the group to facilitate discovery.
• Contributes to smooth group operations and training.

Skills

Detail oriented

Flow cytometry

Interpersonal communication

In vitro cell culture

Laboratory instrumentation

Laboratory processes

Leadership

Molecular biology

Mouse handling

PCR

qPCR

Tissue collection

Tissue processing

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree

Laboratory experience 3 years

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The ElTanbouly Lab will primarily use in vivo mouse models, in vitro primary cell culture, flow cytometry, and multi-omic approaches to uncover pathways regulating plasma cell biology, fate and longevity. The appointee will perform and oversee research projects, laboratory processes, and other personnel and equipment.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory administrative functions such as scheduling, purchasing and establishing record-keeping systems, including cryogenic inventory, mouse colony inventory and lab supplies inventory.
• Supervises laboratory staff assigned, assuring appropriate study procedures, review of staff work, explaining policies and procedures and screening of new employees and students.
• Develops procedure manuals and operational/technical guidelines for lab studies, including the updating and maintenance of animal and safety protocols.
• Participates in lab study processes, maintaining records and preparing reports as required.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.
• Assists Dr ElTanbouly and other members of the research group to facilitate scientific discovery.
• Collegial conduct towards members of the research group.
• Contributes to the smooth running of the group, including the effective use of resources, training of others and taking responsibility for use of communal facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animal.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Laboratory (3 Years)

Skills

Supervisory Management

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in mouse handling, procedures, tissue taking and tissue processing.

A basic understanding of flow cytometry.

Molecular biology skills including standard PCR and qPCR.

Experience with In vitro cell culture including primary immune cells.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Detail-Oriented, Flow Cytometry, Interpersonal Communication, In Vitro Cell Culture, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Leadership, Molecular Biology, Mouse Handling, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR), Tissue Collection, Tissue Processing, Willingness to Learn

Grade

R11

Salary Range

$55,200.00 - $100,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.