Research Technician II - Cell Biology

Washington University in St. Louis•Narragansett, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Piston lab focuses on light-sheet-based hyperspectral fluorescence microscope to study molecular pathways involved in insulin and glucagon secretion within intact pancreatic islets. Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Communication
Detailed Reports
Laboratory Instrumentation
Laboratory Research
Software Program
Working Independently

Nice To Haves

Up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
Assists with general lab 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 are also available for your continued childcare needs.
Adult care resources.
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.