Neuronal Resiliency Genomics Scientist (CRISPR)

Washington University in St. Louis; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Transit benefits

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a scientist to join the Goldfarb Center for Neuronal Resiliency at the McDonnell Genome Institute.

The project uses CRISPR screens in human iPSC-derived neurons to identify resiliency and vulnerability factors in neurodegenerative disease models. The role emphasizes teamwork across genomics, stem cell engineering, and AI-driven analysis, with opportunities to lead experiments, learn new techniques, and contribute to potential

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Substantial research experience in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, genomics, neuroscience, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology.

Responsibilities

• For more about this project, visit https://genome.wustl.edu/the-resiliency-project-advancing-neurodegenerative-disease-research-at-mgi/.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Genomics

Neuroscience

Bioengineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRISPR/Cas

Flow cytometry

Lentiviral vector production

qRT-PCR & Western blotting

Next-generation sequencing

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a scientist to join the Goldfarb Center for Neuronal Resiliency at the McDonnell Genome Institute.

The project uses CRISPR screens in human iPSC-derived neurons to identify resiliency and vulnerability factors in neurodegenerative disease models. The role emphasizes teamwork across genomics, stem cell engineering, and AI-driven analysis, with opportunities to lead experiments, learn new techniques, and contribute to potential