Senior Lab Scientist — Research & Data Analysis

SLU Physical Therapy & Athletic Training; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University in Missouri is seeking a Research Assistant, Senior to support complex experiments in a university lab. You will set up equipment, manage cultures and animal work, and assist with data collection and analysis.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping and clerical support, with opportunities to conduct independent research under the investigator.

40 hours weekly; this is a lab-based position within the Biology/Research division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or a closely related field.
• Previous experience in basic science research.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of cell culture and in vitro assays, immunoblotting.
• Ability to tend to details and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research projects and perform independent research; prepare culture media, reagents, and animal work.
• Set up and operate centrifuges, incubators, microscopes and other equipment.
• Compile, process and analyze data; record procedures and results; maintain records.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Job description

Saint Louis University in Missouri is seeking a Research Assistant, Senior to support complex experiments in a university lab. You will set up equipment, manage cultures and animal work, and assist with data collection and analysis.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping and clerical support, with opportunities to conduct independent research under the investigator.

40 hours weekly; this is a lab-based position within the Biology/Research division.