Senior Research Technician - Radiation Oncology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Join an exciting translational research group with a mission to improve the lives of patients with cancer and other diseases. Job duties to include cell culture, confocal fluorescent imaging, research animal handling and potentially husbandry, molecular biology assays including Western blot, qRT-PCR and cloning (among others). Lab members contribute to an educational and professional environment with teamwork at the center of it. Every teammate makes a difference, and we look forward to welcoming the newest member.

Performs independently complex research studies, experiments and assays.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

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

• Performs complex analysis/projects according to research protocols, explaining methods and procedures to other technicians.
• Enters data and maintains current data files on research projects. Monitors data to ensure consistent quality.
• May perform preliminary statistical analysis of data.
• Assures compliance 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 in the training and development of technicians, acting as a group leader.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• 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:

Master’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:

Laboratory Setting (1 Year)

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Communication, Laboratory Instrumentation, Recordkeeping, Software Program, Working Independently

Grade

R08-H

Salary Range

$18.77 - $31.94 / HourlyThe 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.