Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pediatric Allergy & Pulmonary Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis’s Horani lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our group investigating airway epithelial cell and motile cilia biology.

The position is part of the WashU Cilia group and aims to advance understanding of motile ciliogenesis and the role of novel proteins in cilia structure and function. Candidates with transcriptomics experience are encouraged to apply; experience with microscopy is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree required.
• Experience with transcriptomics encouraged.
• Experience with microscopy is advantageous.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to teach and mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Manages own project leading to first-author publication.
• Develops proficiency in chosen scientific discipline and technical skills.
• Develops ancillary skills: writing, public speaking, networking, critical evaluation of scientific documents.
• Presents scientific work inside and outside the University.

Skills

Transcriptomics

Microscopy

Data analysis

Communication

Teaching

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal/doctoral degree

Job description

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 affecting 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.

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.

Required Qualifications

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

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification or 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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

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.

Company Culture

Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.