Research Technician II - Pediatrics Infectious Diseases
About The Position
Malignancies develop due to accumulated DNA damage which can be caused by environmental exposures such as sunlight and tobacco smoke, and also by the process of aging. Children rarely have excessive exposure to environmental carcinogens, so the etiology of DNA damage in pediatric cancers is often unclear. Our lab, in the Department of Pediatrics, is interested not only in the sources of DNA damage that give rise to childhood malignancies, but also DNA damage responses – cellular signaling pathways activated in response to DNA mutations and breaks – that occur in cancer cells. Our current research efforts are focused on basic mechanisms of cancer biology with the goal of improving outcomes for children with cancer. We are looking for an energetic, motivated Research Technician to join our group! Technician will receive training and become proficient in molecular biology and cell culture techniques. Additional scientific training will depend on technician interests and proficiencies. 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 certification/professional license is required for this position.
- No specific work experience is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.
- Communication
- Detailed Reports
- Laboratory Instrumentation
- Laboratory Research
- Software Program
- Working Independently
Responsibilities
- Assists with research studies including experimental assays in cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology.
- Assists with organization of data for the lab.
- Participates in lab meetings and journal clubs.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on lab and specimen conditions.
- Assists with lab equipment set-up and maintenance.
- Assists with general lab maintenance, including supply ordering, buffer preparation, and electronic systems for cell and reagent organization.
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
