Research Technician II - Cell Biology

Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary We integrate quantitative proteomics, functional genomics, chemical biology, biochemical reconstitution, and disease-relevant models to define how dysregulated stress-response networks, kinases and ubiquitin ligases shape tumor behavior, tumor-stromal interaction and treatment response. Current efforts focus on KEAP1/NRF2 signaling in cancer and neurodegeneration; understudied kinases, their networks and functions; one-carbon metabolism; proximity proteomics; chemical screens and therapeutic discovery, spatially aware clinical proteomics with laser-capture microdissection (LCM);

and multiOMIC correlates from clinical trial samples.

Assists with the technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.

Job Description Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

For more information on the lab please visit https://majorlab.wustl.edu/ .Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data, preparation of solutions and setup and maintenance of equipment.

Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.

Prepares tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.

Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.

Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.

Assists with general lab maintenance and cleaning.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

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.

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

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:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable Driver's License:

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

More About This Job The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications

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:

Communication, Detailed Reports, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Software Program, Working IndependentlyGradeR
06-HSalary Range $16.92 - $26.44 / 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.

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