Senior Scientist, Aging & Neurodegeneration Research

Washington University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 63,400 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Health insurance

Transit pass

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Scientist to spearhead research on cellular senescence, tau biology, and their roles in neurodegenerative diseases. You will collaborate on design, execution, and reporting of innovative studies across aging and brain pathology.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, contributing to grants, manuscripts, and disseminating findings at conferences, with hands-on leadership across translational platforms.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree required; combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Postdoctoral experience required: 3 years.
• No specific certification/licensing required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design and execution of studies on aging, neurodegeneration, cellular senescence and tau biology.
• Develop and implement cellular, molecular, biochemical, and imaging techniques.
• Lead translational projects including cells, animal models, and human tissue work.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Laboratory Instrumentation

Laboratory Processes

Laboratory Techniques

Oral Communications

Teamwork

Working Independently

Written Communication

Education

PhD or terminal degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Scientist to spearhead research on cellular senescence, tau biology, and their roles in neurodegenerative diseases. You will collaborate on design, execution, and reporting of innovative studies across aging and brain pathology.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, contributing to grants, manuscripts, and disseminating findings at conferences, with hands-on leadership across translational platforms.