Washington University in St. Louis
Research Assistant - Neurology
Washington University in St. Louis, Northfield, Vermont, us, 05663
Position Summary
Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation involving cellular senescence, tau biology, and their roles in neurodegenerative diseases. Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Conducts research experiments and assays. Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved. Performs data entry and maintains data files on research. Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions. Coordinates research project 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:
Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Work Experience:
Laboratory Operations (2 Years) Preferred Qualifications
Skills:
Document Research, Laboratory Processes, Scientific Research Benefits
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%. 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.
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Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation involving cellular senescence, tau biology, and their roles in neurodegenerative diseases. Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Conducts research experiments and assays. Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved. Performs data entry and maintains data files on research. Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions. Coordinates research project 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:
Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals. Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Work Experience:
Laboratory Operations (2 Years) Preferred Qualifications
Skills:
Document Research, Laboratory Processes, Scientific Research Benefits
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%. 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.
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