Research Technician II - Anesthesiology

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Lab Assistant to support research on neuropeptides, neuromodulators, and brain circuits related to addiction, pain and stress.

The role involves assisting with experiments, data collection, setup, and documentation within a laboratory setting. The position also covers colony management, tissue preparation, data entry, safety compliance, and maintaining lab equipment and inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research studies, experiments and assays, including data collection and setup.
• Assist with colony management and maintenance.
• Perform data entry and maintain data files on research.
• Prepare tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests.
• Comply with established safety procedures and maintains documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensure lab conditions and equipment are cleaned and maintained.
• Assist with general lab maintenance, inventory, and cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detailed reports

In Vivo Models

Laboratory instrumentation

Laboratory research

Software programs

Tissue processing

Working independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

# Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
# Scheduled Hours
40

# Position Summary
The labs of Dr. McCall and Dr. Al-Hasani study the role of neuropeptides, neuromodulators, and brain circuit function in addiction, pain and stress. This position requires assistance with technical aspects for a variety of studies and experiments, including animal colony management as well as documentation.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with colony management and maintenance.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists with general lab maintenance, inventory, and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• The individual 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.

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:
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

The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

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:
Communication, Detailed Reports, In Vivo Animal Models, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Software Program, Tissue Processing, Working Independently

# Grade
R06-H

# Salary Range
$16.92 - $26.44 / 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, 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.