Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Endocrinology

Washington University in St. Louis•Ann Arbor, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WashU Medicine Division of Endocrinology has an opening for a Research Assistant (Gap Year) to join the Millman lab. This biomedical research laboratory uses human pluripotent stem cells for the study and treatment of diabetes, with projects involving stem cell differentiation, genetic engineering with CRISPR, disease modeling, transplantation into animal models of diabetes, biomedical engineering, bioinformatics, and single-cell sequencing technologies. The role involves assisting with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel to gain experience for future career opportunities. Guided activities may include literature review, initial research for experimental opportunities, experimental design, execution of experiments and troubleshooting, data collection and analysis, and communication/presentation of results. This position is ideal for those interested in a gap year(s) to acquire new research skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

Analytical Thinking
Communication
Data Entry
Detail-Oriented
Laboratory Instrumentation
Research Labs
Software Program

Responsibilities

Performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis under the direction of the PI or lab members.
Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters.
May present results as directed by PI.
Reviews literature related to relevant research.
Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
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
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources for your continued childcare needs
Adult care resources
WashU 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.