Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pediatric Allergy & Pulmonary Medicine

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

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.

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Job Description

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.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

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.

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

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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

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.