Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pediatric Allergy & Pulmonary Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in Saint Louis invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Horani lab, focusing on airway epithelial cell and motile cilia biology. The role involves working with human and mouse airway models to study motile ciliogenesis and inflammation in airways, leading to publications and scientific contributions.

The position is on-campus with opportunities for laboratory teaching and collaboration across the WashU Cilia group.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree required.
• No specific work experience required.
• Proven ability to collaborate and communicate scientific results.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent research project leading to first-author publications.
• Develop technical and analytical skills in airway biology.
• Present findings within and outside WashU; contribute to teaching.

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

## Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pediatric Allergy & Pulmonary MedicineApplyremote type: On Campus/Onsitelocations: Washington University Medical Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR96289# **Location**SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110# **Position Summary**The Horani lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our group investigating airway epithelial cell and motile cilia biology. Our lab is part of the WashU Cilia group and investigates motile cilia function using human and mouse airway models. We are interested in cilia biology, airway cell differentiation, motile ciliogenesis, and the pathogenesis of the human disease, Primary ciliary dyskinesia. New team members will join ongoing projects and embark on new projects looking at the role novel proteins in motile cilia structure and function, new factors affection motile ciliogenesis, and the role of inflammation in the airways. Candidates with experience in transcriptomics are encouraged to apply. Experience with microscopy is an advantage. The appointment is a training or transitional period in preparation for an academic, industrial, governmental, or other full-time research or teaching career. Additional emphasis will be placed on enhancing written and oral communication skills, data analysis, review of the literature, and will include some laboratory-based teaching of undergraduate or graduate students.# **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/. For more information, please visit our lab website: horanilab.wustl.edu. Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):* Manages their own project, which should lead to a first author publication.* Develops proficiency in their chosen scientific discipline/field.* Develops proficiency in their technical skills.* Develops proficiency in their ancillary skills, e.g., writing, public speaking, networking, critical evaluation of scientific documents, etc.* Presents scientific work both inside and outside 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:**Please submit a cover letter and CV when applying.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.