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This ought to be a sign of things to come.

Job Title
Research Technician II - Endocrine/Metabolism - 50873
Job ID
50873
Location
Medical School
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Job Type/Schedule

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


Department Name/Job Location

This position is in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism & Lipid Research. This position is for the Medical School Campus.


Essential Functions

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our laboratory is focusing our efforts on the following projects. 1. Development of regenerative gene therapy for Wolfram syndrome characterized by juvenile-onset diabetes, retinal degeneration, and progressive neurodegeneration. 2. Development of Next-Generation-Sequencing-based diagnostics and precision medicine for Wolfram syndrome, WFS1-related disorders, and genetic forms of diabetes and retinal degeneration. We are seeking a research technician to assist with experiments related to ongoing projects in the laboratory.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up 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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience equaling four years.


Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with lab animals.
Previous experience with a variety of biomedical techniques.
Demonstrated proficiency in implementing laboratory procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate with laboratory staff and investigators.
Ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
Working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.

Salary Range

The hiring range for this position is $14.07 - $18.99 per hour.


Pre-Employment Screening

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.


Benefits

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.


Applicant Special Instructions

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.


EOE Statement

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.