Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This job profile is intended to be used for full-time participants in the Postbaccalaureate Program in the Physician-Scientist Training Program. It is expected that the participant will perform research and analysis, as well as technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Works under the supervision of senior personnel on research project/s providing independent complex research support.
• Presents results of research activities to peers and supervisors in written and/or verbal presentation or form.
• Through active research and analysis, gains proficiency in essential aspects of research, which may include some or all of the following: conducting experiments, assays, collection of data, preparation of solutions, tissue culture, animal care and maintenance, and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Attends meetings, educational workshops and seminars to prepare for advanced study.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Physical Effort

• Sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.

Equipment

• Office and lab equipment.

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

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:

Analytical Thinking, Detailed Reports, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Written Communication

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / 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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