Senior Research Technician - Pathology & Immunology

Position Summary
We are currently seeking a Senior Research Technician to conduct research projects and assist with research activities that focus on assessing immune markers in Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis in both mice and human patients.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Kipnis lab at Washington University School of Medicine. Our lab is at the forefront of neuroimmunology research focused on complex interactions between the immune and nervous systems. Utilizing animal models, primarily mice, and fostering collaborations with academic and industry partners, we investigate how the nervous and immune systems talk to each other in health and disease.
Our groundbreaking work has led to the discovery of lymphatic vessels in brain tissues, challenging established beliefs in neuroimmunology and expanding our comprehension of the immune system's role in neurological disorders. Specializing in cutting-edge techniques such as imaging, flow cytometry, and 10x Genomics scRNA sequencing, the Kipnis lab is committed to pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery.

Job Description

For more information on the lab, please visit https://kipnislab.wustl.edu/ . 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs, adapts, modifies, or develops complex analysis and projects according to research protocols, explaining methods and procedures and training new users.
• Provides for data entry, maintains, and compiles current data files on research projects. Monitors data to ensure consistent quality.
• Tabulates and summarizes data using software packages and performs preliminary statistical analysis of data.
• Assures compliance with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned, organized, and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
• Independently initiates action to resolve or correct technical difficulties, or recommends resolution to supervisor.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and professionalism.
• Background in immunology, neuroscience, or other biological sciences.
• Experience in handling/working with mice.
• Experience in tissue sectioning and Immunohistochemistry.
• Careful attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills are highly critical.
• Data management, documentation, quantitative and experimental rigor, and a strong commitment to scientific ethics.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree with 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting or equivalent combination of education and experience equaling 7 years.

Grade
R08-H

Salary Range
$18.40 - $31.31 / 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

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

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.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• 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/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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