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Research Technician II - Pathology & Immunology

Washington University in St. Louis
Couch Biomedical Research Building, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Feb 2025
💰 $52,000/yr($32,000/yr – $52,000/yr)

About the role

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The lab of Claudia Han is seeking passionate and talented research professionals to join our dynamic team investigating how immune cells influence neurological diseases.

Our research focuses on how transcription regulators mediate immune and brain cell behavior in both healthy and diseased states. We utilize a variety of techniques, including flow cytometry, imaging, cell sorting, and next-generation sequencing, in conjunction with innovative mouse and stem cell models.

In the Han lab, you will gain hands-on experience with these techniques and have the opportunity to contribute to our research both technically and through experimental design. Dr. Han is deeply committed to the growth and success of each lab member and fostering an inclusive collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and actively sought.

Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

For more information, please visit:  https://sites.wustl.edu/czhlab/.

  • 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.

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.

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

The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

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, Detailed Reports, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Mouse Handling, Software Program, Working Independently

Grade

R06-H

Salary Range

$16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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