Research Assistant - Pathology & Immunology

Organizes and conducts high complexity molecular and cellular assays on human tumor biospecimens across multiple collaborative cancer research projects with respect to both laboratory assay procedures and data tracking, compilation, and analyses.

Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Conducts research experiments and assays focused on high-complexity molecular and histology methods on human tumor samples (Nucleic acid isolation and qualification, digital PCR, cell enrichment and quantification, single cell sequencing, in situ hybridization).
• Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
• Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• Coordinates reagents, probe tests, etc.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Coordinates research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
• Assists with general supply / equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning.
• Performs literature research on specified topics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions :

Required Qualifications :

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

Laboratory Operations (2 Years)

Preferred Qualifications :

Document Research, Laboratory Processes, Scientific Research

Benefits :

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

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

EEO 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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