Research Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting or equivalent.
• Proteomics or mass spec sample preparation experience.
• Experience with proteomics/metabolomics research studies, experiments and assays including preparation of solutions, protein digestion using trypsin, and desalting.
• Ability to understand and follow SOPs.
• Basic math calculation for making lab solvents.
• Understanding of data entry, as well as the management/integrity of data.
• Comfortable with use of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the supervisor as well as co-workers.
• Should have troubleshooting skills, an ability to maintain complete and organized records, and a working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.
• Multitasking skills are highly desired.
• Detailed Reports
• Software Program

Responsibilities

• Assists the investigator or higher-level technician with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains files on research and assists with data entry.
• 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.
• 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.