Research Technician II (Part-time) - Otolaryngology
Location: Saint Louis, MO 63110
About the role
A major responsibility of this role will involve histology, including sectioning and staining of FFPE tissues, and microscopic analysis of the slides. Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.
Responsibilities
- Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.
- Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
- Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
- Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
- Assists with general lab 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.
- Experience with immunohistochemical techniques is desirable.
- Some experience with protein analysis including SDS-PAGE would be helpful.
Skills
- Communication
- Detailed Reports
- Laboratory Instrumentation
- Laboratory Research
- Software Program
- Working Independently
Pay
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.
Salary Range: $16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly
Schedule
Scheduled Hours: 19.5