Research Assistant - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Position Summary

The Lin Lab studies the molecular regulation of endothelial cells in pulmonary vasculopathies. Specifically, we examine how aberrant cellular crosstalk between mesenchymal and pulmonary vascular endothelial cells contributes to pulmonary vascular remodeling. Our current research program includes investigations into the role of hyperactive mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) in pulmonary lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM). Our research portfolio also includes investigations into the mechanisms of cell‑cell communication in sarcoidosis, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and chronic obstructive lung disease.

The mission of our research is to uncover novel insights into the initiation and propagation of vascular diseases with the overarching goal of identifying new therapeutic targets for treatment of pulmonary vasculopathies.

Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation.

• Conducts research experiments and assays.
• Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
• Assists with immunohistochemistry.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators.
• Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
• Assists with general supply/equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs literature research on specified topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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.

Please submit a cover letter and CV when applying.

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.

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:

Laboratory Operations (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications / Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Document Research, Laboratory Processes, Scientific Research

R07-H

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

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