Research Technician I

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life/AD&D coverage

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC invites applications for a Research Technician I in the Center for Cancer Immunology Research. The role supports principal investigators through routine and specialized laboratory tests, sample prep, and experimental procedures for research aims.

The candidate will assist with data collection, literature searches, and maintenance of lab records, while complying with safety and regulatory standards to advance pediatric cancer research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred.
• Strong mathematical skills and inquisitive attitude.
• Basic knowledge of lab safety and use of basic lab equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and specialized laboratory tests under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Record and check results for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare samples and conduct experimental procedures for research.
• Attend courses and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research techniques.
• Assist with planning specific research protocols and procedures.
• Coordinate schedules of tests and procedures.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Inquisitive attitude

Lab safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science or related field

Job description

7144 13th Place NWWashington, DC 20012

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Department

10379 Ctr for Cancer Immunology Rsch

Pay Range

$20.83 - $34.71

The Research Technician I conducts research under the direction of a principal investigator. The RT-I performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research as directed.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree with a major in basic science or related field desired. (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

At least 1-2 years of related experience desired. No supervisory experience required. (Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge

Strong mathematical skills and an inquisitive attitude.

Basic knowledge of lab safety and use of basic lab equipment desired.

Functional Accountabilities

Responsible Conduct of Research

• Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.

• Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.

• Uses research funds and resources appropriately.

• Maintains confidentiality of data as required.

• Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Laboratory Work

• Performs routine tests under the direction of principal investigator or supervisor.

• Records and checks results for completeness and accuracy.

• Conducts literature search as requested.

• Performs tasks that may require familiarity with fundamental techniques and equipment.

• Compiles information from lab notebooks and journals.

• Attends courses, seminars and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory technique.

Project Planning

• Assists with planning specific research protocols and procedures.

• Coordinates schedules of tests and procedures.

• Assists staff in developing and troubleshooting new techniques and ideas.

Recordkeeping

• Maintains a log of work performed.

• Prepares charts, graphs and results of studies; compiles and helps analyze data.

• Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc.; prepares summary reports as requested.

• Maintains and updates department policies regarding procedures, objectives, safety, etc.

What You'll Receive:

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.

• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from

• day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.

• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.

• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us:

• Nationally Recognized Excellence - Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

• Leading Pediatric Care - One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.

• Innovation & Research - A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.

• Mission-Driven Culture - Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The "Know Your Rights" poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here:Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a "drug-free" work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.