Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pathology & Immunology

UNKNOWN; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study mucosal immunity, focusing on T lymphocyte and macrophage biology. The lab uses multi-omics, organoid culture, murine models, and human samples to uncover how genetics and environment shape immunity and metabolism.

The appointment is a training or transitional period toward an independent research or teaching career. Candidates should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree required.
• No specific work experience required.
• Experience with T cell or macrophage assays preferred.
• Experience with mouse breeding and models preferred.
• Experience with flow cytometry and microbiota analysis preferred.
• Experience with primary intestinal stem cell culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Train under a faculty mentor and assist in experimental design.
• Prepare and submit research papers and reports.
• Assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Maintain good laboratory practices and accurate records.
• Ensure ethical standards and safety in the lab.
• Collaborate with co-trainers and staff on projects.

Skills

T cell biology

Macrophage biology

Flow cytometry

Genotyping

Microbiota analysis

Organoid culture

Mouse models

Scientific writing

Education

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

Tools

Organoid culture systems

Mouse breeding

Multi-omics

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Position Summary

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is immediately available for candidates with demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas: 1) T lymphocyte biology (differentiation, homeostasis, homing, etc.); and 2) macrophage biology. Preferential consideration will be given to candidates with relevant publications in the area. The interests of the lab are in understanding how genetic and environmental factors interactions shape mucosal immunity and metabolism. Our approach includes state-of-the-art multi-omics, novel organoid culture, genetically engineered murine models, and human samples. The lab has successfully competed for various funding. The appointment is viewed as a training or transitional period preparatory to an academic, industrial, governmental, or other full-time research or teaching career. Used when the appointee performs specific services on a grant or contract in exchange for compensation.

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/.
• Additional information can be found at: https://sites.wustl.edu/liulab/research/.
• Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):
• Prepares and submits papers on research.
• Assists in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Conscientious discharge of 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.

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.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with assays pertinent to T cell or macrophage biology, mouse models (breeding conditional knockouts, genotyping, and experimental procedures), flow cytometry, and microbiota analysis. Experience with primary intestinal stem cell culture is a plus.

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: Assay, B Cells, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Flow Cytometry, Genotyping, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Macrophages, Microbiota, Mouse Breeding, Mouse Models, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing, Stem Cell Culture, T Cells

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.

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