Postdoctoral Research Associate - Rheumatology

Position Summary

The Zhao Lab at WashU Medicine studies how interactions among hosts, commensal microorganisms, and pathogens influence the development of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. We are particularly interested in understanding how environmental cues and the tissue microenvironment shape inflammatory responses.

We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team. Experience with immunology and/or bioinformatics/systems biology is encouraged.

We value scientific rigor, curiosity, attention to detail, and teamwork, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people at every career stage can learn and grow.

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• 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 their research responsibilities.
• Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.
• Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records.
• Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to their laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications.
• Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group.
• Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories 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.

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

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Not Applicable

A driver's license is not required for this position.

• Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience.

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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

Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing

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