Research Scientist

Research Scientist – Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine

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The Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine department strives to deliver the highest quality of professional education and training, and conduct cutting edge research in the areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics with a goal to better understand human disease. Additionally, the department continues to have a long and successful record in training undergraduate, master’s, and graduate students at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

There is an immediate opening for a Research Scientist position in Dr. Huimin Yu’s laboratory. Dr. Yu’s research focuses on the pathological significance of the impaired gut-fat axis in IBD. Using mouse models, human intestinal organoids, and adipose stem cell culture, she has been investigating the molecular crosstalk between intestinal inflammation and mesenteric fat in IBD, including the role of so-called “creeping fat” in Crohn’s disease.

Her recently published findings suggest a phenotypic and mechanistic causal relationship between a novel adipokine and intestinal inflammation. She hopes that her work in this area will facilitate the development of novel, adipose tissue‑based IBD therapies.

• This position is responsible for planning, conducting, and supervising research at a high level, by designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting.
• Using extensive experience and judgment, this role will plan independent research, analyze and interpret data, publish results, represent the university at conferences and meetings, develop new theories and methodologies, and lead and direct the work of lower-level research staff, while transferring technical expertise.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

• Holds a PhD degree plus two years of research experience in basic science research.
• Works independently, expected to perform work based on objectives.
• Manages and executes highly complex or specialized projects or processes.
• Adapts precedent and may make significant departures from traditional approaches to develop solutions to significantly complex problems.

$34,356 - $54,910.88

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Campus
  
  Location:
  
  Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• College/School/Department: School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
• Family: Research and Labs
• Sub‑Family: Laboratory Research
• Stream: Individual Contributor
• Level: Level 4
• Full‑Time/Part‑Time: Part‑Time
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
• Employee Onsite Status: On-campus (in person)
• Telework: Not applicable
• Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
• Special Instructions To Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
• Internal Applicants Only? No
• Posting Number: R002343
• Job Open Date: 10/31/2025
• EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.