Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Copits lab in the Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine is recruiting a highly motivated candidate for a full-time Research Technician I position.

We study how different types of somatosensory neurons are assembled into functional circuits and how these processes go awry in chronic pain. Our research bridges work in model organisms with complementary approaches using human nervous system tissue to understand how pain conditions may arise in people. In the lab we use a variety of techniques including transcriptional profiling with CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, opto/chemogenetics, electrophysiology, in vivo imaging, and behavioral phenotyping.

The position will assist in the development of new genetic constructs to manipulate neuronal function and synaptic connectivity. The candidate is expected to perform research experiments, data analysis and assist others in the lab with ongoing projects.

This is a time limited position of up to 12 months.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

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

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Primary cell culture, histology, and imaging of mouse nervous system tissue.
• Assists with managing transgenic mouse colony and performing small animal procedures.
• Assures compliance with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen inventory.
• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. 
• 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:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

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

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

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:

Detailed Reports, Histology, MATLAB, Molecular Biology, Mouse Handling, Primary Neuronal Cultures, Python (Programming Language), Python for Data Analysis, Software Program

Grade

R04-H

Salary Range

$16.54 - $22.35 / 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.

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