Research Technician II

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Life insurance & disability

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Research Technician II to perform routine research procedures under the supervision of a principal investigator. You will assist with genotyping and RNA/DNA extraction and help manage day-to-day lab activities in the Center for Neuroscience Research.

Bachelor’s degree in basic science and 2–4 years of related experience are preferred. Strong lab safety, data analysis, and lab software skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years related experience required.
• Knowledge of lab safety and proper use of equipment.
• Experience with genotyping and RNA/DNA extraction under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research as directed by a principal investigator.
• Performs routine tests and records results for accuracy.
• Assists with planning protocols and schedules tests.
• Maintains logs, charts and data analyses.
• Attends seminars and lab meetings to expand technique knowledge.

Skills

Lab safety

Statistics

Lab techniques

Research software

Education

Bachelor's degree (basic science)

Job description

111 Michigan Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20010

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Department

10403 Ctr for Neuroscience Research

Pay Range

$23.40 - $39.00

The Research Technician II conducts research as directed by a principal investigator. The RT-II performs routine research procedures related to investigation, such as genotyping and RNA and DNA extraction. Duties will be completed under supervision.

Minimum Education

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

Minimum Work Experience

2-4 years related experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of lab safety and use of lab equipment.
• Knowledge of statistics and advanced mathematics.
• Knowledge of lab techniques and research-related software.

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.
• Performs tasks that may require familiarity with fundamental techniques and equipment.
• Conducts literature search as directed.
• 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. and 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&DD, 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.

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.

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.