Staff Scientist - Oncology

Position Summary

Scheduled

Hours:

40. Position:
Staff Scientist – open in the Jaebok Choi Lab, Department of Medicine, Division of Oncology. Focus:
Transplant Immunology with an emphasis on T‑cell biology in mouse models of diseases such as graft‑vs‑host disease (GvHD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE). The lab uses unbiased genome‑wide CRISPR/Cas9 guide RNA library screens and whole kinome analyses to identify novel therapeutic targets (e.g., VLDLR, GAS6/TAM, PKN1) that may separate inflammatory disease from beneficial immune responses, including graft‑vs‑leukemia/tumor effects, anti‑tumor and anti‑infection responses.

• Design research protocols and develop procedures for collection, verification, and management of data.
• Assist in the planning, execution, and oversight of research projects, including experiment design, data analysis, and documentation of results.
• Prepare grant applications and reporting documents.
• Perform complex statistical analyses and write interpretative reports.
• Verify data accuracy and recommend actions based on analysis.
• Document research topics; prepare and submit manuscripts for publication or presentation.
• Resolve practical problems with equipment or test subjects and suggest technical or procedural improvements.
• Conduct literature searches related to ongoing research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Laboratory environment with potential biological and chemical hazards.
• Physical ability to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Work Experience:
  
  Laboratory operations – 3 years.
• Skills:
  
  Not applicable.

• Education:
  
  Ph.D. – Doctor of Philosophy.
• Work Experience:
  
  None specified.
• Skills:
  
  Analytical problem solving, antigenology, cell biology, communication, computer literacy, cytokine analysis, data analysis, data interpretation, flow cytometry, molecular biology, mouse handling, protein biochemistry, T‑cell biology.

Grade R10: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00 per annum. Individual rates are based on qualifications, performance, and equity considerations.

• Personal vacation up to 22 days, 10 holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan with 7% university match.
• Wellness programs: health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness courses, employee assistance program, financial resources, dietitian access.
• Family care: 4 weeks caregiver leave, childcare resources, adult care support.
• Tuition assistance for employees and families: 100% tuition up to 7 years at Washington University, 40% at other institutions.

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