Malaria Target Discovery Scientist — Infectious Diseases

Washington University; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for Research Opportunities in Infectious Diseases. The lab focuses on identifying antimalarial drug targets through genetic modification and computational analyses.

Positions are on-campus at Washington University Medical Campus in Saint Louis, MO, with a base salary commensurate with experience. Ideal candidates hold a PhD or terminal degree, or are completing a PhD, and have a background in cell biology and genetic modification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• PhD or terminal degree strongly preferred for scientist or postdoctoral roles.
• Background in cell biology and genetic modification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define new antimalarial drug targets using genetic modification techniques.
• Apply computational prediction to understand target function and draggability.
• Collaborate with team; contribute to project planning and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Lab Research

Organizing

Recordkeeping

Independent Work

Education

Bachelor's degree

PhD or terminal degree

PhD preferred

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for Research Opportunities in Infectious Diseases. The lab focuses on identifying antimalarial drug targets through genetic modification and computational analyses.

Positions are on-campus at Washington University Medical Campus in Saint Louis, MO, with a base salary commensurate with experience. Ideal candidates hold a PhD or terminal degree, or are completing a PhD, and have a background in cell biology and genetic modification.