Research Technician II - Pathology & Immunology
About The Position
The Pathology & Immunology Flow Cytometry and Cell Sorting Core Facility supports more than 300 investigators across multiple departments and divisions. The facility provides state-of-the-art flow cytometry analysis, cell sorting, training, and consultation services to advance biomedical research throughout the university community. The Research Technician II will support the daily operations of the Flow Cytometry and Cell Sorting Core Facility. This position provides technical assistance to investigators and laboratory personnel using flow cytometry instrumentation, assists with instrument maintenance and quality control, and helps ensure the efficient operation of the facility. The successful candidate will work closely with core staff and researchers from multiple departments to support basic, translational, and clinical research projects.
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.
- Not Applicable
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of laboratory research experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with flow cytometry instrumentation and software.
- Familiarity with sterile technique, mammalian cell culture, and immunological assays.
- Experience with cell sorting instrumentation (e.g., BD FACSAria, FACSSymphony, Cytek Aurora, or similar platforms).
- Knowledge of biosafety procedures related to handling human and animal specimens.
- Communication
- Detailed Reports
- Detail-Oriented
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Dynamics
- Laboratory Instrumentation
- Laboratory Research
- Organizing
- Recordkeeping
- Software Program
- Team-Oriented
- Working Independently
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.
- Prepare reagents, buffers, and quality control materials as needed.
- 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, and 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, and more!
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
