Research Engineering Technician - Engineering

Requirements

• Not Applicable
• Driver's License:
• A driver's license is not required for this position.
• More About This Job
• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or physics, or four years of equivalent education/experience in an engineering or sciences laboratory or research setting.
• 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.
• Computer Coding, Effective Written Communication, Engineering Disciplines, Learning New Technologies, Oral Communications, Physics, Science Lab
• Grade
• R07-H
• Salary Range
• $17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly
• Questions
• For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our 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
• Benefits Statement
• Personal
• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insur

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Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary Supports the faculty investigator by assisting with protein expression and purification as well as protein analysis. Expected to contribute towards development and conducting of research projects, including equipment use, equipment maintenance, experimental design and data acquisition, data analysis, documentation of experimental results, assisting in writing scientific manuscripts, research proposals and reports, and trains other lab members. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: At direction of faculty investigator, conduct experiments and calibrate equipment. Monitor/evaluate experiments. Maintain records/reports. Collect data from experiments. Support the faculty investigator by assisting with protein expression and purification as well as protein analysis. Daily care, monitoring and enrichment of animals. Assist with preparation/maintenance of protocols for small animal procedures. Maintain lab research, safety and purchasing records. Purchase items requested by lab members and anticipate the need for other items not requested. Ensure compliance with university and laboratory safety regulations. Monitor safety training of lab members and perform monthly inspections. Monitor and foster proper handling of hazardous and biohazard waste. Contribute significantly to fostering a positive working environment for lab members. Facilitate the execution of tasks such as routine lab chores, preparation of lab solutions/reagents, and regular maintenance or cleaning of equipment. Train new personnel and supervise occasional undergraduate researchers. Perform 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. 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.

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