Postdoctoral Research Associate - Allergy & Immunology

Position Summary

A postdoctoral position in the Kau Lab is available for candidates interested in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, and animal models. We utilize a combination of techniques to investigate how the microbial ecology of the gut, airway, urinary tract, and other mucosal surfaces interact with host factors to influence human health.

• mouse handling
• microbial metagenomic sequencing (whole genome and RNA sequencing)
• basic microbiology techniques
• molecular cloning
• flow cytometry
• immunofluorescence microscopy
• multi‑omics data analysis

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at .

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• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepares and submits papers on research.
• Assists in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.
• Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities.
• Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.
• Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice, including adequate research records.
• Engages in open and timely discussion with mentor regarding possession or distribution of materials, reagents, or records, and proposed disclosure of findings or techniques.
• Collegial conduct toward co‑trainees, staff, and members of the research group.
• Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures, and regulations; all data, research records, and materials generated remain the property of the University.

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 and to provide standard care to research animals.

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Education: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No specific certification or professional license is required.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required.

Skills: Not applicable.

Driver's License: A driver’s license is not required.

• A Ph.D. in microbiology, computational biology, or a related discipline involving analysis of multi‑omics datasets.
• Prior experience with microbiology techniques.
• Familiarity with mouse models and proper mouse handling.
• Skills in at least one programming language (R or Python) are strongly preferred.

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. For a summary of benefits, visit .

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.