Research Lab Supervisor - Pathology & Immunology

Location: St. Louis

Research Lab Supervisor - Pathology & Immunology

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Research Lab Supervisor - Pathology & Immunology

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Position Summary

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Szeto Lab will primarily use in vivo mouse models, in vitro primary cell culture and flow cytometry to uncover new pathways regulating type-2 immune cell function. The appointee will perform and oversee research projects, laboratory processes, and other personnel and equipment.



Job Description

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs laboratory administrative functions such as scheduling, purchasing and establishing record-keeping systems, including cryogenic inventory, mouse colony inventory and lab supplies inventory.
• Supervises laboratory staff assigned, assuring appropriate study procedures, review of staff work, explaining policies and procedures and screening of new employees and students.
• Develops procedure manuals and operational/technical guidelines for lab studies, including the updating and maintenance of animal and safety protocols.
• Participates in lab study processes, maintaining records and preparing reports as required.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.
• Maintains a ‘can-do’ attitude and assists Dr. Aydan Szeto and other members of the research group to facilitate scientific discovery.
• Collegial conduct towards members of the research group.
• Contributes to the smooth running of the group, including the effective use of resources, training of others and taking responsibility for use of communal facilities.
• 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 animal.

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:



Required Qualifications

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

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Laboratory (3 Years)

Skills:

Supervisory Management

Driver's License:

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

More About This Job

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

Education:



Preferred Qualifications

No additional education beyond what is stated in the

Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the

Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the

Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Adaptability, Detail-Oriented, Flow Cytometry, Interpersonal Communication, In Vitro Cell Culture, Keenness to Learn, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Leadership, Molecular Biology, Mouse Handling, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR), Supervision, Team Supervision, Tissue Processing

Grade

R11

Salary Range

$55,200.00 - $ / Annually

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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