Research Opportunities - Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a laboratory position focused on studying bacterial virulence and immune responses in mouse models. The role involves evaluating candidate vaccines in several murine infection models and performing standard laboratory duties in a biosafety environment.

Candidate should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience. The lab emphasizes safety, animal care, and scientific rigor, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Candidates with additional education and experience are encouraged to apply.
• This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.

Responsibilities

• Study bacterial virulence and immune response in mouse models of infection.
• Evaluate candidate vaccines in various murine models of infection.
• Follow safety protocols for laboratory work and animal care.

Skills

Bacterial Growth

Cell Cultures

Communication

ELISA Techniques

Flow Cytometry

Laboratory Research

Mouse Handling

Organizing

Recordkeeping

Working Independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Rosen laboratory studies bacterial virulence and immune response in several mouse models of infection focused on alternative approaches to the treatment or prevention of antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative infections. Specifically, we are interested in evaluating several candidate vaccines in various murine models of infection.

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.

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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

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

Candidates with additional education and experience are encouraged to apply.

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

Research Laboratory Or Comparable Environment (4 Years)

Skills

• Bacterial Growth
• Cell Cultures
• Communication
• ELISA Techniques
• Flow Cytometry
• Laboratory Research
• Mouse Handling
• Organizing
• Recordkeeping
• Working Independently

Grade

00

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.