Research Technician I - Anesthesiology

Washington University in St. Louis

2d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Join a supportive positive young lab studying neural circuits regulating behavior, emotions, and sleep. We use cutting edge tools to manipulate neuronal activity in behaving mice to study the functions of neural circuits regulating sleep, stress, and metabolism. We also use a wide range of techniques to explore basic neuroscience questions. Unique opportunity to actively participate in experimental design and execution with development of experience. Responsible for assisting with laboratory duties in a research setting; performs routine tests with direction from supervisor, manager, or higher-level technician.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Detailed Reports
• MATLAB
• Molecular Biology
• Mouse Handling
• Neuroscience
• Python (Programming Language)
• Software Program

Responsibilities

• Assists investigator, post-doctoral fellow or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with procedures including injections, behavioral assays, and surgical implantations in mice.
• Assists with mouse colony management.
• Collects data using a variety of tools including microscopy, two-photon imaging, in vivo imaging, and behavioral testing.
• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
• Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.

Benefits

• Personal 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
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees