Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis · 3 months ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Functional Genomics) - Psychiatry
Washington University Medical Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelWashington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to focus on the functional characterization of circular RNAs in Alzheimer's disease. This role involves working in a collaborative environment to conduct experiments and analyze data related to neurodegenerative diseases.
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Responsibilities
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
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 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
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree
No specific certification is required for this position
No specific work experience is required for this position
Preferred
Strong background and demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or RNA biology
Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, Northern and Western blotting, ELISA, qPCR, RNA/DNA delivery (e.g., mRNA, siRNA, ASO, lentivirus technology, transient transfection, loss/gain of function experiments), immunocytochemistry, light and confocal microscopy. Prior experience with induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) cultures is advantageous
Knowledge of flow cytometry, cell sorting, high-throughput screening and cell-based screening (e.g., luciferase assays, high-content imaging, massively parallel/multiplexed assays, etc.) is desirable
Ability to interpret and discuss experiments and critically contribute to writing of manuscripts and grant proposals is expected
Well-organized, able to multi-task with excellent lab bench skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Prior experience in AD or neurodegenerative diseases research is desirable
Benefits
A comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Company
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
WashU Medicine is a leader in improving human health throughout the world.
Founded in 1891
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$381MKey Investors
National Human Genome Research InstituteNational Cancer InstituteNational Institutes of Health
2025-01-21Grant
2024-12-16Grant· $10.8M
2023-05-11Grant· $22.5M
Leadership Team
Camilo Molina
Director of Spinal Deformity and Spinal Oncology
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Charbel Khoury
Assistant Professor Of Medicine
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