Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

There is a research opportunity in the laboratory of David H. Gutmann, MD, PhD, director of the Washington University Neurofibromatosis Center.

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join a vibrant research team focused on understanding why children develop brain tumors. Our laboratory uses a combination of novel genetically engineered mice and human induced pluripotent stem cells to determine the reasons underlying pediatric brain tumor formation and progression, identify risk factors for brain tumor formation, and discover new therapies for these common childhood cancers.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

For more information on the lab please visit https://gutmannlab.wustl.edu/. 

For more information on the Washington University Neurofibromatosis Center please visit https://nfcenter.wustl.edu. 

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.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

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:

No specific certification 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

Candidates with additional education and experience are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Communication, Laboratory Research, Microsoft Office, Molecular Biology Techniques, Mouse Handling, Organizing, Recordkeeping, Working Independently

Grade

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Questions

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Accommodation

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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 ed