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Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis · St Louis, MO · 4 days ago
Analyst$16.92–$26.44/hrFull-time

Location: Saint Louis, MO 63110

About the role

This position assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials in a research lab studying proteins and cellular mechanisms involved in Alzheimer’s disease. It is well-suited for those interested in a gap year(s) to acquire new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Under the direction of the PI or lab members, performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis.
  • Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
  • Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
  • Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (e.g., PhD or MD programs).
  • Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters. May present results as directed by PI.
  • Reviews literature related to relevant research.
  • Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
  • Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
  • Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

  • Office equipment.
  • Lab equipment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree.

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Research Labs
  • Software Program

Pay

Salary Range: $16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade, and department budget.

Benefits

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, combining employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more.

Family

  • 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child.
  • Family care resources for continued childcare needs and adult care.
  • Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

Schedule

40 scheduled hours per week.

This position is time-limited up to no more than 3 years.

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