Research technician at Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO

Comunidade Metodista; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Transit benefits

Vacation and paid time off

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join the translational neuroscience lab in St. Louis.

This entry-level role offers hands-on research experience in sleep and stroke, with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge scientific work. Ideal for a recent bachelor’s degree graduate, the position supports data collection, animal behavior experiments, and manuscript preparation within a collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: No additional education beyond stated.
• Bachelor's degree not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including data collection, solution prep, and equipment setup and maintenance.
• Assists with animal behavior experiments relevant to the studies.
• Maintains research files and assists with data entry.
• Participates in lab meetings, presents work, and contributes to manuscript writing.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our translational neuroscience lab at WashU in St. Louis. This position is an excellent opportunity for a recent bachelor’s degree graduate to gain hands-on research experience and contribute to cutting-edge scientific work. Assists with experiments focused on sleep and stroke.

Job Description

Primary Duties & 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 animal behavior experiments relevant to our studies.


• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.


• Participates in lab meetings, presents work, and contributes to writing and preparing manuscripts for publication.


• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.


• 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 animals.

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.

Education

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications

No specific certification is required for this position.

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

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

Skills

Not Applicable

Detailed Reports, Software Program

Driver's License

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

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Grade

R04-H

Salary Range

$16.54 - $22.35 / Hourly 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

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

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.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.


• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.


• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.


• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.


• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.