Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Mass Spectrometry Technology Access Center (MTAC) at Washington University, St. Louis has an opening available for highly motivated applicants for the position of Research Technician I. The MTAC is a newly created recharge facility within the McDonnell Genome Institute (MGI), serving regional, national, and worldwide researchers for their mass spectrometry needs.

This position assists with the technical aspects of wet-lab processes including documentation and preparation of mass spectrometry samples following well established Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs). The Tech I is responsible for the preparation of protein samples for proteomics analysis or extract metabolites/lipid for metabolomics applications.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, mass spec sample preparation, preparation of HPLC solvents, and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
• Meticulous documentation of client samples from receiving through data return.
• Runs SDS PAGE protein gels.
• UV-Vis Spectrophotometer for BCA protein quantification.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.

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.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting or equivalent 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:

Assay, Communication, Computer Software, Data Integrity, Desalting, Detailed Reports, Experimentation, Laboratory Tools, Mass Spectrometry Based Proteomics, Mathematical Calculations, Metabolomics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Office, Multitasking, Proteomics, Records Management, Software Program, Solution Preparations, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Troubleshooting, Understanding Data, Working Independently

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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