Research Assistant - Gastroenterology (IBD)

Washington University in St. Louis

7d • $17 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will join a diverse group of scientists and trainees focused on advancing human digestive health through innovative and impactful research. The lab is particularly interested in epithelial pathobiology and host-microbial interactions within the disease focus area of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn's and ulcerative colitis) and cancer (colorectal and pancreatic). Techniques include cell and organoid culture, mouse models, and analyses of human biospecimens. Prefer candidates with established experience in mouse handling and common research lab techniques. Assists with research study, experiments (including mouse models), preparation of material, and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory Operations (2 Years)
• Document Research
• Laboratory Processes
• Scientific Research

Nice To Haves

• Established experience in mouse handling and common research lab techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research experiments and assays.
• Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators.
• Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
• Assists with general supply/equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs literature research on specified topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level