Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated life sciences professional to join the Biologic Therapy Core Facility (BTCF). The BTCF, a shared resource of the Siteman Cancer Center, operates and maintains an FDA-registered cleanroom facility designed to manufacture custom biologics for early phase clinical trials. Successful candidates will work independently or as a member of a project team to perform complex research studies, experiments and assays. This position will serve as a critical team member responsible for implementing and sustaining research projects, and upholding current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Execute technical procedures to support manufacturing of custom biologics (e.g., cell therapies, vaccines, imaging agents, etc.) for early phase clinical trial.
- Work with Lab management to develop new, and improve existing, research protocols to support project/program objectives.
- Ensure laboratory activities and research protocols comply with all laboratory Quality Management System and laboratory safety objectives and procedures.
- Ensure lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures.
- Assist in the training laboratory staff and/or Project Team personnel on laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with all laboratory standards.
- Participate in rotating off-hours “on-call” response to emergency alarms or occasional support.
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:
Master’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:
Laboratory Setting (1 Year)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a life science laboratory using standard laboratory equipment.
- Experience following documented laboratory procedures.
- Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access).
- Experience in an academic/clinical laboratory or manufacturing setting that is accredited/regulated by an external governing body (e.g., CAP, FDA).
- Experience with aseptic technique, cell culture, basic molecular biology applications, ELISA, Flow Cytometry and/or other cell sorting applications.
- Experience using clinical centrifuges, automated cell counters, biosafety cabinets/fume hoods, tissue culture incubators and other general laboratory equipment.
- Experience working within a cleanroom facility or other closed system laboratory environments (i.e., animal husbandry barrier facility).
- Experience writing and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an integrated member of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Skills:
Communication, Laboratory Instrumentation, Recordkeeping, Software Program, Working Independently
Grade
R08-H
Salary Range
$18.77 - $31.94 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
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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
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
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%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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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 (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.