Research Technician II - Radiology

Scheduled

Hours:

40 hours per week

The Inoue Laboratory at the Biophotonics Research Center, WashU in St. Louis, is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to support interdisciplinary research at the interface of protein engineering, optical imaging, and systems neuroscience. The successful candidate will participate in molecular biology, protein engineering, cell culture, and animal‑based neuroscience experiments aimed at developing next‑generation optical tools for studying brain function. The laboratory develops genetically encoded sensors and actuators for non‑invasive imaging and manipulation of neural circuits, combining experimental and computational approaches including machine learning‑guided protein engineering.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in cutting‑edge neurotechnology and contribute to projects with broad impact in neuroscience and biomedical research.

• Assist with research studies, experiments, and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions, and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Perform data entry and maintain data files on research.
• Prepare tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, and other lab materials.
• Comply with established safety procedures and maintain required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensure lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with general lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification or license is required.
• Work Experience: No specific work experience is required.
• Skills: Not applicable.
• Driver’s License: Not required.

• Previous research experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, protein engineering, neuroscience, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Experience with molecular cloning, cell culture, microscopy, image analysis, computational biology, machine learning, animal research, or viral vector techniques is desirable.
• Experience working in an academic research laboratory environment.
• Up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

Grade: R06-H
Salary Range: $16.92 - $26.44 per Hour

• Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Health Insurance: Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Transit: Free Metro U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Retirement: 403(b) defined contribution retirement savings plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program, financial resources, access to dietitians.
• Family: 4 weeks of caregiver leave, family care resources, tuition coverage for you and your family.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.