Research Technician II - Orthopedic Surgery - Military Veterans

Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary We are looking for a new staff member to assist with a variety of animal behavioral and metabolic analysis in mouse models of osteoarthritis. The position will also assist with basic molecular biology techniques and offers additional learning opportunities in highly specific and cutting-edge methodology to assess osteoarthritis pain and pathology. The ideal candidate will be passionate about science and learning new techniques, able to work both collaboratively and independently, and contribute to a highly motivated, efficient research group.

We are a diverse and vibrant team looking for a Research Technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Farshid Guilak. Our group primarily studies osteoarthritis with the aim of developing preventative and regenerative therapeutic strategies using in vitro and in vivo models. Specific ongoing studies combine scientific interests in obesity, knee joint injury, women's health, and developmental programming mechanisms leading to osteoarthritis progression and prevention across the lifespan.

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

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with general mouse line maintenance.
• Assists with animal behavioral testing.
• Assists with animal surgery and care.
• Assists with tissue dissection and analysis.
• Assists with and performing molecular biology techniques.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• 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.
• Other general lab duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Works in laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive 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

Education:
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:
No specific certification 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
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
• The ideal candidate will have up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience working with animals (especially mouse models).
• Experience evaluating animal behavior.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:
Communication, Detailed Reports, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Mouse Models, Software Program, Working Independently

Grade R06-H

Salary 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.

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

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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