Senior Research Technician - Cancer Center Biologic Therapy Core Facility

Washington University in St. Louis

1d • $19 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated life sciences professional to join the Biologic Therapy Core Facility (BTCF). The BTCF, a shared resource of the Siteman Cancer Center, operates and maintains an FDA-registered cleanroom facility designed to manufacture custom biologics for early phase clinical trials. Successful candidates will work independently or as a member of a project team to perform complex research studies, experiments and assays. This position will serve as a critical team member responsible for implementing and sustaining research projects, and upholding current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Requirements

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory Setting (1 Year)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a life science laboratory using standard laboratory equipment.
• Experience following documented laboratory procedures.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access).
• Experience in an academic/clinical laboratory or manufacturing setting that is accredited/regulated by an external governing body (e.g., CAP, FDA).
• Experience with aseptic technique, cell culture, basic molecular biology applications, ELISA, Flow Cytometry and/or other cell sorting applications.
• Experience using clinical centrifuges, automated cell counters, biosafety cabinets/fume hoods, tissue culture incubators and other general laboratory equipment.
• Experience working within a cleanroom facility or other closed system laboratory environments (i.e., animal husbandry barrier facility).
• Experience writing and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an integrated member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical procedures to support manufacturing of custom biologics (e.g., cell therapies, vaccines, imaging agents, etc.) for early phase clinical trial.
• Work with Lab management to develop new, and improve existing, research protocols to support project/program objectives.
• Ensure laboratory activities and research protocols comply with all laboratory Quality Management System and laboratory safety objectives and procedures.
• Ensure lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist in the training laboratory staff and/or Project Team personnel on laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with all laboratory standards.
• Participate in rotating off-hours “on-call” response to emergency alarms or occasional support.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level