Staff Scientist Pathology & Immunology
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Job Location:
Forest Park, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 48000 - 86900
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
The Persaud lab in the Department of Pathology & Immunology at WashU Medicine has an opening for a Staff Scientist. Established in 2025 the lab conducts preclinical (basic science and translational) studies into optimizing the safety and efficacy of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for hematologic diseases with emphasis on definitive therapies for non-malignant disorders. Using both fully murine and humanized mouse models the lab seeks to integrate minimally toxic antibody-based transplant conditioning with novel stem cell mobilization regimens to optimize autologous gene therapies for sickle cell disease. Projects to understand how antibody-based conditioning regimens impact the biology of the transplant recipient compared to conventional conditioning regimens are also of great interest to the group. The successful candidate will work directly with the PI and other lab members to assist with laboratory maintenance and develop new and existing research projects in these exciting areas.As the inaugural members of the Persaud lab candidates will play an important role in shaping the culture and mission of the lab. Central to that mission is supporting the career development of researchers in all roles and career stages; as such the lab endeavors to provide a supportive convivial people-first environment for all who join. Candidates will have potential opportunities to lead projects mentor junior researchers write and contribute to grants and manuscripts present their findings at local and international meetings and interact with collaborators in the WashU Department of Pathology & Immunology and the Division of Oncology in the Department of Medicine.
Designs research protocols. Assists in developing and conducting research projects including experiment design data analysis and documentation of experiment results.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Designs and conducts research protocols including developing procedures for collection verification statistical analysis and management of data. Experiments would include cell culture molecular biology (including gene editing) antibody production and engineering flow cytometry and mouse handling.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
- Conducts literature searches related to research project.
- Complies with established safety protocols.
- Performs other duties including assisting the PI with lab maintenance maintaining equipment and keeping lab well-supplied and stocked.
Working Conditions:
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Masters degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Blood Specimen Collection Communication CRISPR-Cas System Data Analysis Data Interpretations Flow Cytometry Genome Editing Hematology Immunology Injection Techniques Mouse Handling Stem Cell Biology Verbal Communications Written CommunicationGrade
R10Salary Range
$48000.00 - $86900.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor 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
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Bioinformatics
- Biochemistry
- Utility Locating
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Sensors
- Signal Processing
- Matlab
- Research & Development
- Molecular Biology
