Research Technician I – Pediatrics, Husbandry

WashU IT

. Perform husbandry with mouse colonies for research studies .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSaint Louis • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in laboratory husbandry practices, including care for small rodents and data collection. Capable of maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols in a research environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Laboratory HusbandryData CollectionEquipment MaintenanceStandard Care for Research AnimalsLaboratory Environment Safety

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Hard Skills

Data EntrySolution PreparationResearch File MaintenanceAssisting with ExperimentsHandling Small Rodents

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory EquipmentSoftware Program

Industry Keywords

Biological HazardsChemical HazardsResearch StudiesAssaysProtective Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform husbandry with mouse colonies for research studies
Assist investigators or higher-level technicians with research studies, experiments, and assays
Collect data
Prepare solutions
Set up and maintain equipment
Maintain research files and assist with data entry
Assist with general laboratory maintenance and cleaning
Handle small rodents and provide standard care to research animals
Prepare materials and documentation for multiple studies
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals
Ability to work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards
Detailed Reports
Software Program
No specific certification/professional license required
No specific work experience required
Driver's license not required
External candidates receiving an offer must complete applicable pre-employment screening, which may include criminal background check, drug screen, employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, vaccinations, and governmental registry checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

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, with 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 to bond with your new child
Family care resources for continued childcare needs
Adult care resources
Tuition coverage for the employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years