Research/Lab Technician II - Biology

Washington University in St. Louis

3d • $17 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Our two neighboring labs in the Biology Department are seeking a Research/Lab Technician to support our work studying plant and mammalian genomics. The Mallott Lab is interested in how the gut microbiome acts as a mediator between the environment and host health and fitness, and the evolution of host-microbe interactions in primates. The Olsen Lab is interested in understanding the genomic changes that occur during crop domestication and the evolution of crop weedy and wild relatives. We are both interdisciplinary groups that values skillsets from multiple fields. We envision a position divided as half days in each adjacent lab. The primary duties of this position include performing routine molecular biology experiments and related research tasks that include greenhouse work, fieldwork, and training undergrads in basic lab techniques. The position will support science outreach to high school biology teachers by assembling and coordinating distribution of classroom kits. This position will also be responsible for day-to-day management of the lab, including inventory tracking, data curation, troubleshooting malfunctioning laboratory equipment, and maintaining the organization of the laboratory space.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Performs DNA extraction, PCR, DNA library construction, qPCR, metabolite derivations, and other molecular techniques.
• Maintains sample, data, and inventory management systems.
• Places orders for lab reagents and supplies.
• Assists with general laboratory management.
• 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.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a 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!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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