Research Technician II - Neurosurgery
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician
Scheduled
Hours:
40
A full-time Research Technician position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Rui Tang at WashU in St. Louis. The Tang Lab studies the mechanisms of small cell lung cancer (SCLC) metastasis, with a focus on how cancer cells communicate with neighboring stromal cells during the metastatic cascade. We use a combination of functional genomics, single cell technology Deck, and mouse engineering to uncover the biology of tumor progression and metastasis.
We also apply biostatistics, quantitative biology, and synthetic biology to understand how cell–cell interactions influence cell state and fundamental biological programs. Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation oflined materials.
Duties & Responsibilities
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- 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.
Applicants are required to submit a CV/resume along with a brief statement outlining their research experience and career aspirations.
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 QualificationsEducation: 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.
Skills: Not Applicable
Driver's License:/MPL, no driver’s license is required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in a biological science with a strong academic record.
- A strong team player with good communication skills.
- Self-motivated, with long-term goals of advanced training.
- Minimum of 1 year of research experience in a biology laboratory (cancer research is a plus).
- Basic laboratory skills in molecular biology and cell biology.
- Entry-level coding experience in R, Python, and/or Linux.
- Prior experience with NGS data analysis is a strong plus.
- Cell Biology, Communication, Detailed Reports, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Linux, Molecular Biology Lab, NGS Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), R Programming, Self Motivation, Software Program, Working Independently.
Grade: R06-H
Salary Range: $16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly. 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.
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