Research Technician II - Surgical Oncology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a motivated Research Technician II for the Surgical Oncology team. The role involves assisting with vaccine manufacture and laboratory research in a cleanroom facility. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and some laboratory experience, with skills in cell cultures and data recording.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Up to one year in a laboratory setting preferred.
• No specific certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research studies, experiments, and assays.
• Perform data entry and maintain research data files.
• Prepare tissue cultures and reagents.

Skills

Cell Cultures

cGMP Guidelines

Laboratory Research

Data Recording

SOPs

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Research Technician II - Surgical Oncology

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Position Summary

The Gillanders Laboratory is seeking an organized and motivated individual to work primarily in the Biologic Therapy Core Facility (BTCF). The BTCF operates and maintains an FDA-registered modern cleanroom facility designed to manufacture custom biologics for early phase clinical trials, including cancer vaccines that are the focus of the Gillanders Laboratory. Successful candidates will work independently or as a member of a project team to support vaccine manufacture, as well as laboratory research studies, experiments, and assays.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

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

Working Conditions:

• Work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals.

Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Certifications: No specific certifications required.

Work Experience: Up to one year in a laboratory setting preferred.

Skills: Cell Cultures, cGMP Guidelines, Laboratory Research, Data Recording, SOPs, etc.

Additional Notes: No driver’s license required.

Additional Information:

The salary range is $16.92 - $26.44/hour, based on qualifications and performance. The position is full-time, entry-level, and in the research, analysis, and IT fields within higher education.

For more details on benefits and application process, visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/.