Washington University in St. Louis · 7 hours ago
Staff Scientist - Pathology & Immunology
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$48K/yr - $87K/yr
3+ years expWashington University in St. Louis is seeking a Staff Scientist in the Department of Pathology & Immunology. The successful candidate will conduct preclinical studies on hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and assist in developing research projects while contributing to the lab's culture and mission.
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Responsibilities
Designs and conducts research protocols, including developing procedures for collection, verification, statistical analysis, and management of data. Experiments would include cell culture, molecular biology (including gene editing), antibody production and engineering, flow cytometry, and mouse handling
Assists with grant preparation and reporting
Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers
Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods
Conducts literature searches related to research project
Complies with established safety protocols
Performs other duties including assisting the PI with lab maintenance, maintaining equipment and keeping lab well-supplied and stocked
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Laboratory Operations (3 Years)
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals
Preferred
Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Blood Specimen Collection
Communication
CRISPR-Cas System
Data Analysis
Data Interpretations
Flow Cytometry
Genome Editing
Hematology
Immunology
Injection Techniques
Mouse Handling
Stem Cell Biology
Verbal Communications
Written Communication
Benefits
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Company
Washington University in St. Louis
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Funding
Current Stage
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$24.6MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsJim McKelvey
2024-09-13Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0M
2019-01-31Grant
Leadership Team
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