Postbaccalaureate Researcher - Ophthalmology

Postbaccalaureate Researcher
- Ophthalmology# Join us today## Postbaccalaureate Researcher
- Ophthalmology Apply:
On Campus/Onsite:
Washington University Medical Campus:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR98420#
** Location
* * ST. LOUIS, MO 63110#
** Scheduled Hours
** 40#
** Position Summary
** The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences 2-year WashU EnVision postbaccalaureate program will introduce recent college graduates to intensive vision science research, while building transferrable skills required for future graduate training and careers in science. It is expected that the participant will perform research and analysis, as well as technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials.#

** Job Description
**** Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

** For more information about program requirements and benefits please visit: https://sites.wustl.edu/vision science/postbac-program/
* Works under the supervision of senior personnel on research project/s providing independent complex research support.
* Presents results of research activities to peers and supervisors in written and/or verbal presentation or form.
* Through active research and analysis, gains proficiency in essential aspects of research, which may include some or all of the following: conducting experiments, assays, collection of data, preparation of solutions, tissue culture, animal care and maintenance, and setup and maintenance of equipment.
* Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
* Attends meetings, educational workshops and seminars to prepare for advanced study.
* Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
* Performs other duties as assigned.  
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* Working Conditions:

** Job Location/Working Conditions
* Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
* Physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.  Physical Effort
* Sitting at desk or table.
* Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.  Equipment
* Office and lab equipment.

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
** Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:
** No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
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* Work Experience:

** No specific work experience is required for this position.
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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:

** Analytical Thinking, Detailed Reports, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Written Communication#
** 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…