Research Technician I - McDonnell Genome Institute
About The Position
The Mass Spectrometry Technology Access Center (MTAC) at WashU in St. Louis has an opening available for highly motivated applicants for the position of Research Technician I. The MTAC is a newly created recharge facility within the McDonnell Genome Institute (MGI) serving regional, national, and worldwide researchers for their Mass spectrometry needs. This position assists with the technical aspects of wet-lab processes including documentation and preparation of mass spectrometry samples following well established Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs). The Research Technician I is responsible for the preparation of protein samples for proteomics analysis or extract metabolites/lipid for metabolomics applications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
- No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
- No specific work experience is required for this position.
- Not Applicable
- A driver's license is not required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting or equivalent.
- Proteomics or mass spec sample preparation experience.
- Experience with proteomics/metabolomics research studies, experiments and assays including preparation of solutions, protein digestion using trypsin, and desalting.
- Ability to understand and follow SOPs.
- Basic math calculation for making lab solvents.
- Understanding of data entry, as well as the management/integrity of data.
- Comfortable with use of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the supervisor as well as co-workers.
- Should have troubleshooting skills, an ability to maintain complete and organized records, and a working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.
- Multitasking skills are highly desired.
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
- 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.
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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
