Research - Infectious Diseases

Position: Research Opportunities - Infectious Diseases
Location: Chesterfield

## Research Opportunities - Infectious Diseases Apply remote type:
On Campus/Onsite locations:
Washington University Medical Campus time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR95972#
** Location
* * SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110#
** Scheduled Hours
** 40#
** Position Summary
** Our lab is interested in defining new antimalarial drug targets. We will use techniques for genetic modification and computational prediction to understand function and draggability of targets. Candidates with a PhD (or equivalent) who are interested in scientist or postdoctoral roles are strongly preferred.#
** Job Description
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Duties & Responsibilities:

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* 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.  
** 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.#
** Required Qualifications**#
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* 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.
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* Work Experience:

** No specific work experience is required for this position.
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* Skills:

** Not Applicable
** Driver's License:
** A driver's license is not required for this position.#
** More About This Job
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* Preferred Qualifications:

** PhD or equivalent terminal degree.

Background in cell biology and genetic modification.#
** Preferred Qualifications
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* Education:

** PhD or terminal degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
** Certifications/Professional Licenses****:
** No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
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* Work Experience:

** No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
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* Skills:

** Communication, Laboratory Research, Organizing, Recordkeeping, Working Independently#
** Grade
* * 00#
** Questions
* * For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.#
** Accommodation
* * If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email Candidate Questions or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at  and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to view a summary of benefits.