Senior Research Technician - Lab Projects & Data Analysis

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Hospital is seeking a Research Technician III to conduct experiments, analyze data, and support multiple research studies in the department of Surg. Innovation.

The position requires a Bachelor's in basic science (Master's preferred) and 3–7 years of progressive research experience, with strong data analysis and lab technique skills. Collaborative, detail-oriented candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–7 years of progressive experience in research.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and non-routine tests (e.g., western blots, immunoprecipitation, immunofluorescence).
• Develops experimental methods and performs data analysis.
• Coordinates schedules and supports multiple research studies.
• Mentors and trains new staff; manages lab materials and costs.
• Maintains accurate lab notebooks and presents findings at meetings.

Skills

Statistics

Lab techniques

Organizational skills

Communication

Gel electrophoresis & PCR

MS Office

Laboratory animals

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Children's National Hospital is seeking a Research Technician III to conduct experiments, analyze data, and support multiple research studies in the department of Surg. Innovation.

The position requires a Bachelor's in basic science (Master's preferred) and 3–7 years of progressive research experience, with strong data analysis and lab technique skills. Collaborative, detail-oriented candidates are encouraged to apply.