Research Assistant (Gap Year) - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Position Summary
This position is for a Research Assistant (Gap Year) laboratory team member to participate in research in lung disease. Some experience in tissue culture work is desirable as well as a willingness to work with mice. We have a seasoned team focused on genetic and acquired lung airway diseases and lung fibrosis.
Assists with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel. Guided activities may include literature review and initial research to identify experimental opportunities, experimental design, execution of experiments and troubleshooting, collection and analysis of data, and/or communication/presentation of results. This role is well‑suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction of the PI or lab members, performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis.
Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters. May present results as directed by PI.
Reviews literature related to relevant research.
Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Lab equipment.
Education & Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree.
No specific certifications or professional licenses required.
No specific work experience required.
Skills applicable: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Data Entry, Detail‑Oriented, Laboratory Instrumentation, Research Labs, Software Program.
More About This Job
This position is time‑limited up to no more than 3 years.
Salary Range
$16.92 – $26.44 per hour.
Benefits Statement
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and 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; employee and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians.
4 weeks of caregiver leave for new child bonding. Family care resources available for continued childcare. Adult care support available.
Coverage of cost of tuition up to 100% for undergraduate-level or 40% for other institutions after seven years with the university.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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, citizenship, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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This position is for a Research Assistant (Gap Year) laboratory team member to participate in research in lung disease. Some experience in tissue culture work is desirable as well as a willingness to work with mice. We have a seasoned team focused on genetic and acquired lung airway diseases and lung fibrosis.
Assists with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel. Guided activities may include literature review and initial research to identify experimental opportunities, experimental design, execution of experiments and troubleshooting, collection and analysis of data, and/or communication/presentation of results. This role is well‑suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction of the PI or lab members, performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis.
Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters. May present results as directed by PI.
Reviews literature related to relevant research.
Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Lab equipment.
Education & Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree.
No specific certifications or professional licenses required.
No specific work experience required.
Skills applicable: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Data Entry, Detail‑Oriented, Laboratory Instrumentation, Research Labs, Software Program.
More About This Job
This position is time‑limited up to no more than 3 years.
Salary Range
$16.92 – $26.44 per hour.
Benefits Statement
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and 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; employee and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians.
4 weeks of caregiver leave for new child bonding. Family care resources available for continued childcare. Adult care support available.
Coverage of cost of tuition up to 100% for undergraduate-level or 40% for other institutions after seven years with the university.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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, citizenship, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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