Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week.  

This position is in the Department of Anesthesiology WU Pain Center.  This position is for the Medical School Campus.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting with laboratory duties in a neuroscience research setting.  Performs routine tests with direction from supervisor, manager or senior level technician.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists principal investigator, senior technician, and other laboratory members with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions, set-up, ordering, and maintenance of equipment.
2. Maintains detailed lab notebook containing research data and assists with data entry.
3. Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning/organization.

High school diploma or equivalent.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related area. 
• Ability and strong desire to learn new research techniques including molecular, cellular, and comfortable with animal techniques.  These include: DNA isolation methods, PCR, gel electrophoresis, genotyping, mouse genetics, cell culture, and animal behavior.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain complete and organized records and reports. 
• Background in the biological sciences and prior laboratory experience and/or coursework.
• Working knowledge of computer software (Word, Excel, etc.).

The hiring range for this position is $12.89 - $15.97 per hour.

This position is eligible for full-time benefits.  Please click the following link to view a summary of benefits:  https://wustl.box.com/s/8wkhs25yssf0775x9d6nd6vqa7obpth7.

• Works in laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment. 
• Must be able to provide standard care to research animals.

This position is grade R04.

Please attach a copy of your most current signed performance evaluation (completed within the last 18 months) to your online account.  If you have not received a performance evaluation, you may provide two current signed letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months), preferably to include one letter from either a current or recent former supervisor.   To attach these documents, go to:  My Career Tools, Add Attachment, Attachment Type – Performance Reviews or Letters of Recommendation.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. Current employees applying for a new position within the university may be subject to this requirement. The screenings will include a criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.