Senior Research Technician - Neurosurgery

Position Summary

The Senior Research Technician will provide technical support for translational immunology and neuro‑oncology research focused on T‑cell trafficking, tumor immunology, and CAR‑T cell therapy for brain tumors. The researcher will perform and optimize complex laboratory procedures including tissue and blood processing, multiparameter flow cytometry, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemical staining, cell culture, CAR‑T cell functional assays, cytokine analyses, molecular biology techniques, and animal tumor studies.

Performed independently complex research studies, experiments and assays.

40 hours per week.

• Perform complex analysis/projects according to research protocols, explaining methods and procedures to other technicians.
• Process brain tumor and peripheral blood specimens.
• Perform flow cytometry, T‑cell phenotyping, and functional immune assays.
• Conduct immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and image analysis.
• Generate and evaluate CAR‑T cells using in vitro cytotoxicity assays.
• Perform cytokine profiling, ELISA‑based assays, and molecular biology workflows.
• Support murine brain tumor studies, including treatment administration and tissue collection.
• Maintain experimental datasets, perform basic statistical analyses, and ensure rigorous documentation.
• Assure compliance 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.

• 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.

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

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Laboratory Setting (1 Year).

Communication, Laboratory Instrumentation, Recordkeeping, Software Program, Working Independently.

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.

R08-H

$18.77 - $31.94 per hour.

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• 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 Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP),…