Research/lab Technician Ii - Biology

Washington University

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $16.92 - $26.44 / hourly; bonus/equity: not ...
Onsite
Molecular biology experiments
Greenhouse work
Fieldwork
Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research/Lab Technician II to support research in plant and mammalian genomics across two interdisciplinary labs. The role includes performing molecular biology experiments, managing lab operations, and participating in science outreach

Job Summary

  • The position supports research in plant and mammalian genomics, focusing on the gut microbiome's role in host health and crop domestication.
  • Primary duties include performing routine molecular biology experiments, greenhouse and fieldwork, training undergrads, and managing lab operations.
  • Benefits include generous personal time off, competitive health insurance, subsidized transit, a retirement savings plan, and tuition assistance for employees and their families.

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Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Research/Lab Technician II to support research in plant and mammalian genomics across two interdisciplinary labs. The role includes performing molecular biology experiments, managing lab operations, and participating in science outreach.

Salary

Base: $16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, retirement plan, tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • molecular biology experiments
  • greenhouse work
  • fieldwork
  • inventory tracking
  • troubleshooting laboratory equipment
  • DNA extraction
  • PCR
  • DNA library construction
  • qPCR

Nice-to-have

  • interdisciplinary skillsets
  • training undergraduate students
  • science outreach coordination
  • gut microbiome research
  • plant genomics research
  • mammalian genomics research

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • No specific work experience required
  • No specific certification/professional license required

Work Rights

Not specified

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