Postdoc: Pediatric Airway & Cilia Biology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Horani lab to study airway epithelial cells, motile cilia biology, and primary ciliary dyskinesia mechanisms using human and mouse models.

The role focuses on project management under a mentor, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and potential teaching of students, with emphasis on developing technical skills and scientific communication.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or medical/terminal degree required.
• Experience in transcriptomics or microscopy is a plus.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages their own research project under a faculty mentor.
• Develops proficiency in their scientific discipline and technical skills.
• Presents scientific work within the university and externally.
• Contributes to literature reviews and manuscript preparation.
• Mentors students as needed.

Skills

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Interpretations

Experimentation

Laboratory Operations

Laboratory Techniques

Researching

Results Reporting

Scientific Writing

Education

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

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Horani lab to study airway epithelial cells, motile cilia biology, and primary ciliary dyskinesia mechanisms using human and mouse models.

The role focuses on project management under a mentor, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and potential teaching of students, with emphasis on developing technical skills and scientific communication.