Postdoc: Cancer Signaling & Proteomics Research

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Major Laboratory at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis invites postdoctoral fellows to study signaling mechanisms in cancer and related diseases.

Fellows work across proteomics, functional genomics, chemical biology, and in vivo models to dissect dysregulated networks and target therapies, with access to cutting-edge mass spectrometry and multi-OMIC approaches. They will mentor others, author papers, and develop independent research directions within the lab's focus areas,

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree is required.
• No specific certifications required.
• No minimum work experience required.
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepare and submit research papers.
• Assist in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluate research findings and assist in reporting results.
• Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities.
• Maintain conformity with ethical standards in research.
• Maintain compliance with good laboratory practice and research records.
• Engage in discussions with mentor regarding material ownership and disclosures.
• Collaborate with co-trainees and staff in the lab.
• Adhere to university policies and procedures.

Education

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree

Tools

Orbitrap Astral mass spectrometer

Mass spectrometry

Job description

The Major Laboratory at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis invites postdoctoral fellows to study signaling mechanisms in cancer and related diseases.

Fellows work across proteomics, functional genomics, chemical biology, and in vivo models to dissect dysregulated networks and target therapies, with access to cutting-edge mass spectrometry and multi-OMIC approaches. They will mentor others, author papers, and develop independent research directions within the lab's focus areas,