"Research Technician II (Temporary) - Neurology"

Position Summary

There is a research opportunity in the laboratory of Tom Foutz, MD, PhD. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join our research team as part of the WashU Scalable Mouse Assay Center (WU-SMAC) consortium. This position focuses on characterizing epileptic activity across mouse models of neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions. Our laboratory evaluates how genetic mutations affect seizure susceptibility and epileptic phenotypes, exploring the intersection between epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

For information on the lab please visit https://sites.wustl.edu/foutzlab/.

• 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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

More About This Job

The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills: Communication, Detailed Reports, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Electrophysiology, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, MATLAB, Mouse Handling, Software Program, Stereotaxic Surgery, Working Independently

Grade

R06-H