Senior Research Technician - Pediatrics Gastroenterology

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $18.77 - $31.94 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Master's degree or equivalent experience
Molecular biology experiments including pcr
Dna and rna purification techniques
This position independently performs complex research studies involving molecular biology, microbiology, and bioinformatics to understand environmental impacts on the infant gut

Job Summary

  • This position independently performs complex research studies involving molecular biology, microbiology, and bioinformatics to understand environmental impacts on the infant gut.
  • The role requires managing thousands of stored human samples while ensuring strict adherence to laboratory safety procedures and equipment maintenance.
  • Washington University offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

This position independently performs complex research studies involving molecular biology, microbiology, and bioinformatics to understand environmental impacts on the infant gut.

Salary

Base: $18.77 - $31.94 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, retirement plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • Molecular biology experiments including PCR
  • DNA and RNA purification techniques
  • Bacterial culturing procedures
  • Laboratory safety compliance monitoring
  • Data entry and quality assurance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with metagenomic sequencing
  • Bioinformatics analysis skills
  • Ability to train junior technicians
  • Statistical data analysis capability
  • Independent problem-solving in lab

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or combination of education/experience
  • 1 year of laboratory setting work experience
  • Physical ability to wear protective equipment

Work Rights

Not specified

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