Research Technician II - Medical Oncology

The Vindigni laboratory studies DNA replication and repair, and the roles of these pathways on cancer initiation, progression and response to chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We offer a unique environment that combines biochemical, cellular, and structural approaches, making it an ideal setting for training staff and students interested in exploring the mechanisms that maintain genome integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
• 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
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation
• 10 recognized holidays
• Sick time
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
• Family care resources
• Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us