Research Assistant - Nutritional Science

Location: St. Louis

## Research Assistant - Nutritional Science Apply remote type:
On Campus/Onsite locations:
Washington University Medical Campus time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR95464#
** Scheduled Hours
** 40#
** Position Summary
** The Samovski Laboratory at WashU Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our team. Our research focuses on the role of extracellular vesicles in mediating inter-organ communication in the context of obesity and metabolic disease. We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about scientific discovery, eager to learn new techniques, and experienced in both in vivo and in vitro research.
Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation.#
** Job Description
**** Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

*** Conducts research experiments and assays.
* Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
* 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.  
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* Working Conditions:

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* * 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
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* 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.
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* Work Experience:

** Laboratory Operations (2 Years)
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* Skills:

** Not Applicable
** 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.#
** Preferred Qualifications
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* 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.
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* Work Experience:

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

** Document Research, Laboratory Processes, Scientific Research#
** Grade
* * R07-H#
** Salary Range**$17.10 - $29.09 / 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.#
** Questions
* * For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.#
** Accommodation
* * If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email Candidate Questions or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at  and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.#
** Pre-Employment Screening
** All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.#

** Benefits Statement
** Personal* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings…