Staff Scientist, Neuroimmunology-Brain Development Research

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days vacation

Competitive health insurance

Transit U-Pass

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a highly motivated scientist to join a basic science laboratory studying how immune responses to infection influence brain development.

The project uses mouse models of congenital viral infection to uncover neurodevelopmental mechanisms and guide therapeutics. Responsibilities include designing research protocols, data analysis, grant support, and preparing publications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory Operations (3 Years) experience required.
• No specific certification/professional license required.

Responsibilities

• Design research protocols, including developing data collection, verification and management procedures.
• Assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Perform complex statistical analysis and write interpretative reports; verify data accuracy.
• Document research topics and prepare papers for publications or committees.
• Solve practical problems with equipment or test subjects; suggest improvements.
• Conduct literature searches related to the project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Communication

Computer Literacy

Data Analysis

Data Interpretations

Education

Master’s degree

Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a highly motivated scientist to join a basic science laboratory studying how immune responses to infection influence brain development.

The project uses mouse models of congenital viral infection to uncover neurodevelopmental mechanisms and guide therapeutics. Responsibilities include designing research protocols, data analysis, grant support, and preparing publications.