Research Technician II - Medical Oncology

Washington University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Transit pass

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a lab assistant to support research studies with data collection, solution prep, and equipment setup. The role involves assisting with experiments and ensuring lab safety and documentation.

The position offers vacation, holidays, health insurance, transit benefits, and tuition assistance for you and eligible dependents, along with a generous retirement plan. Join a collaborative, mission-driven community focused on research and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research studies, experiments and assays.
• Collect data and prepare solutions.
• Set up and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform data entry and maintain data files.
• Ensure safety procedures and required documentation.
• Support general lab maintenance.

Job description

* Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.* 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 and cleaning.* Performs other duties as assigned.* 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%.* 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.Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.**Useful Links****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.**Regulatory Postings**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster(;)