Research Technician II - Pathology & Immunology

# **Scheduled Hours** 40 # **Position Summary** The Szeto Lab will primarily use in vivo mouse models, in vitro primary cell culture and flow cytometry to uncover new pathways regulating type-2 immune cell function. 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 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. - Contributes to the smooth running of the group. - 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:** Adaptability, Collaboration, Collegiality, Computer Software, Detailed Reports, Detail-Oriented, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Research, Learning New Technologies, Mouse Handling, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Tissue Processing, 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** For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our [External Applicant FAQ](https://hr.wustl.edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/). # **Accommodation** If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 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 off…