Research Technician I - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

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

Position Summary

We are seeking enthusiastic Research Technicians who are interested in careers in the biomedical sciences.

The Lin Lab studies the molecular regulation of endothelial cells in pulmonary vasculopathies. Specifically, we examine how aberrant cellular crosstalk between mesenchymal and pulmonary vascular endothelial cells contributes to pulmonary vascular remodeling. Our research portfolio also includes investigations into the mechanisms of cell-cell communication in sarcoidosis, pulmonary arterial hypertension, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and chronic obstructive lung disease. The mission of our research is to uncover novel insights into the initiation and propagation of vascular diseases with the overarching goal of identifying new therapeutic targets for treatment of pulmonary vasculopathies.

Assists with laboratory duties in a research setting; performs routine tests with direction from the supervisor, manager or higher-level technician.

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 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.

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.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

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

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

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.

Education

Preferred Qualifications

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

Detailed Reports, Software Program

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.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.