Postdoctoral Research Associate - Nutritional Science

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a mission-driven lab studying metabolic disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies. The project centers on mitochondrial metabolism in liver macrophages using isotope tracing, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and mouse models.

Strong candidates will have immunometabolism experience and enjoy a collaborative environment. The role involves grant preparation, manuscript writing, experimental design, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal degree required.
• Optimal candidates will have experience with immunometabolism and related techniques.
• Ability to assist in grant preparation and reporting, and to prepare papers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepare and submit papers on research.
• Assist in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluate research findings and aid in reporting results.
• Maintain ethical standards and good laboratory practices.
• Ensure proper handling of materials, reagents, and records.

Skills

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Interpretation

Experimentation

Laboratory Operations

Laboratory Techniques

Researching

Results Reporting

Scientific Writing

Education

Ph.D./M.D. or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our exciting and mission driven research program. We are a team-oriented, basic-translational lab researching mechanisms and pathways of metabolic disease. Our goal is to leverage this understanding to identify novel therapeutic approaches that will address the unmet needs of patients affected by obesity, type 2 diabetes and steatotic liver disease.

The project of the successful candidate will focus on mitochondrial metabolism in macrophages of the liver using isotope tracing, flow cytometry, molecular biological approaches, in vitro cell culture systems, and novel mouse models. Optimal candidates will have experience with immunometabolism and use of these techniques and models. The overall goal is to decipher how obesity‑related metabolic disease affects macrophage metabolism and determine how modulating nutrient flux can affect the progression of liver injury and metabolic dysfunction.

Job Description

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Education

Required Qualifications: 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.

Education

Preferred Qualifications: 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

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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.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.