Postdoctoral Research Associate - Molecular Microbiology

Washington University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Molecular Microbiology to explore Picobirnaviruses, focusing on their interactions with bacterial hosts. Candidates should enjoy collaborating in a lab setting and be comfortable with various experimental techniques.

This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and a commitment to ethical principles in research. Responsibilities include assisting with grant preparations, designing experiments, and preparing research publications.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree required.
• Creativity and independence to work on novel projects.
• Familiarity with laboratory operations and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepare and submit papers on research.
• Design research experiments and evaluate findings.

Skills

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Interpretations

Experimentation

Laboratory Techniques

Scientific Writing

Education

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

Job description

## Postdoctoral Research Associate - Molecular MicrobiologyApplyremote type: On Campus/Onsitelocations: Washington University Medical Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR95210# **Position Summary**The position requires creativity, independence and willingness to work on an “out of the box” project. Picobirnaviruses (PBV)s are small double-stranded RNA viruses first discovered in human stool specimens that have been largely ignored by the scientific community. PBVs are highly prevalent and abundant in human enteric viromes and have been associated with multiple human disease. While they have been assumed to infect human and other vertebrate hosts for over 30 years, we have generated significant evidence that PBVs actually are the 3rd known group of RNA bacteriophages rather than eukaryotic viruses (e.g., Krishnamurthy et al, Virology 2018; Gan and Wang, PNAS 2023). Projects will focus on defining the interactions of PBVs with their bacterial hosts both in vitro and in vivo in gnotobiotic mouse models and defining their impact on the microbiome and human health. Applicants must be comfortable working with a wide range of experimental approaches: NGS, bioinformatics, biochemistry, genetic screens, virological and bacteriological methods.# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:**Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to): * Assists with grant preparation and reporting.* Prepares and submits papers on research.* Assists in the design of research experiments.* Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.* Conscientious discharge of their research responsibilities.* Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.* Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records.* Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to their laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications.* Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group.* Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.**Working Conditions:** This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.**Salary Range:** Base pay is commensurate with experience.**Applicant Special Instructions:**Interested applicants should submit the following documents to [e-mail]. * A cover letter outlining their research interest and qualifications.* A detailed CV, including list of publications.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.**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.# **More About This Job****At WashU, postdoctoral appointments:*** Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience.# **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Skills:**Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing# **Questions**For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.# **Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.# **Pre-Employment Screening**All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.# **Benefits Statement**Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.