Postdoctoral Research Associate - Urologic Surgery

UNKNOWN; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a postdoctoral researcher in the Mahajan lab to study signaling in immune regulation and tumor microenvironment of prostate cancer.

The position involves state-of-the-art mouse genetics, genomics, sequencing, and epigenetic studies, with opportunities for collaborative projects and manuscript authorship. Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, and contributing to grant reports, with emphasis on high-quality data, timely reporting, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Experience writing scientific manuscripts.
• Ability to work under supervision and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing experiments and data collection.
• Prepare and submit manuscripts and assist in grant submissions.
• Train under faculty mentor and maintain good research records.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards and GLP.

Skills

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Laboratory techniques

Experimentation

Collaborative research

Education

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

Job description

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

Position Summary

There is an opening for a postdoc in the laboratory of Dr. Kiran Mahajan. The Mahajan lab has been working on studying various signaling mechanism in immune regulation and its role in tumor microenvironment of prostate cancer. The group also studies various epigenetic processes (histone phosphorylation, methylation and acetylation) that drive these diseases and their role in immune modulation. In addition, the lab also has a robust program in development of small molecule inhibitors as therapeutic option for these cancers. The lab has previously identified multiple new signaling events, which play crucial role in various malignancies and cellular homeostasis (Cancer Cell, 2017, Clinical Cancer Research 2022, Journal of Nuclear Medicine 2024). Projects include, but are not limited to, (i) drug development, (ii) the study of cancer immunology using genetically engineered mouse models, (iii) molecular analysis of epigenetic crosstalk, and (iv) the effects of these epigenetic events on the tumor immune response. Investigation of these studies involves the use of state-of-the-art mouse genetics, functional genomics, next-generation sequencing, bioinformatics, molecular biology, tumor biology and hematopoiesis. Candidates are expected to write and submit manuscripts and help the PI in grant submissions, if the need arises. Responsible for generating the highest quality data and maintaining data in an appropriate manner. Expected to follow lab timings, help other lab members and maintain cordial relations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):
• 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.
• Responsible for generating the highest quality data and maintaining data in an appropriate manner.
• Expected to follow lab timings, help other lab members and maintain cordial relations.

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/. More information is available on the lab website: https://mahajanklab.wustl.edu/.

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/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

• 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.

Accommodation

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.