Senior Research Technician - Pathology & Immunology

About the role

The Microbiology Pathology Research Collaborative investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments, prepares materials, executes laboratory procedures, and documents in accordance with local, state, and federal clinical research requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex analysis/procedures according to research protocols, including specimen processing, instrument maintenance, and explains methods and procedures to other technicians.
• Performs microorganism culture, using aseptic technique.
• Enters data and maintains current data files on research projects.
• Maintains consistency in data quality.
• May perform preliminary statistical analysis of data.
• Affirms compliance with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions, including lab supply inventory.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists in the training and development of technicians, acting as a group leader.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Works in a biosafety level 2 laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals.

Education

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Qualifications

• Laboratory Setting (1 Year)

Skills

Not Applicable

Benefits

• Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines 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: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.