Research Technician I - Radiation Oncology
About The Position
We are a tumor immunology lab that focuses on understanding ways to promote immune system clearance of cancer while preventing resistance to therapy and recurrences. We focus on the tumor immune and vascular microenvironment and how it influences cancer cell growth, especially resistance to therapy. Our work involves basic immunological and cell biology assays, in vivo models, along with human specimens and trials. Our expertise is in radiation and immunotherapy combinations. Seeking passionate and driven individuals who are self-motivated and willing to work hard to obtain our common goal. Assists with laboratory duties in a research setting; performs routine tests with direction from the 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.
- Skills: Not Applicable
- Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
- Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
- Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
- Skills: Detailed Reports, Software Program
Responsibilities
- Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
- Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
- Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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 Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
- Family 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
