Pediatric Genetics Research Assistant

Washington University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a candidate to join the Baldridge Lab in the Division of Genetics and Genomic Medicine.

The role focuses on studying the genetic basis of rare disorders using functional genomics and high-throughput cell-based assays to understand disease mechanisms. Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree with experience in cell biology, imaging, flow cytometry, and cell culture, and be able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’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: No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Skills: Not Applicable
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Study the genetic basis of rare disorders and use cutting edge functional genomics techniques to test the effects of clinically observed variants.
• Develop and execute high throughput cell-based assays to study mechanisms of disease pathogenesis.
• Use genome sequencing and informatics approaches to improve clinical care.

Skills

Cell biology

Molecular biology

Imaging

Flow cytometry

Teamwork

Cell culture

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a candidate to join the Baldridge Lab in the Division of Genetics and Genomic Medicine.

The role focuses on studying the genetic basis of rare disorders using functional genomics and high-throughput cell-based assays to understand disease mechanisms. Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree with experience in cell biology, imaging, flow cytometry, and cell culture, and be able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.