Research Technician II - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

5d • $17 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Yoshimatsu Lab is seeking a Research Technician II to assist with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials. The appointee will join a team whose primary research is focusing on the functional development and regeneration of the vertebrate visual system using zebrafish and lizards, and on elucidating how disruptions in developmental mechanisms lead to visual dysfunction. Application review will begin on June 6th.

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.
• 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 coverage 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