Posted: 27-Aug-23

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Internal Number: JR77104

Position Summary

Job Description

Position Summary

The Gilbert lab studies host-microbe and microbe-microbe (bacteria and virus) interactions in the vaginal and urinary tracts. Our goals are to understand polymicrobial dynamics at urogenital mucosal surfaces and to determine the mechanisms underlying the associations between certain microbiome states and adverse health outcomes. We employ a variety of small animal and cell culture infection models and analysis of human clinical specimens in our current projects investigating urinary tract infections, bacterial vaginosis, and HPV-associated cancers. We also have an exciting collaborative project with a bioengineering lab developing novel probiotic approaches to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections. We are looking for an enthusiastic postdoctoral research associate to join our growing team.

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/ .

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages their own project designing and conducting research experiments, which should lead to first author publications.
• Develops proficiency in their chosen scientific discipline/field, technical skills, and ancillary skills: writing, public speaking, networking, critical evaluation of scientific documents, etc.
• Independently evaluates research findings and communicates finding to the PI, laboratory team, and collaborators
• Presents scientific work, both inside and outside the University.
• Prepares and submits research manuscripts to appropriate biomedical journals.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Assists with training/mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and others in the lab regarding experimental design and data interpretation.
• Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research, including rules governing human subjects research and animal care and use.
• 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.
• Maintains collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group.
• Adheres 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.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in microbiology and molecular biology.
• Experience with cell culture and mouse models of pathogenesis, particularly in the urinary or reproductive tracts.
• Flow cytometry and/or immunofluorescence microscopy experience.
• Computational experience in the analysis of metagenomic or transcriptomic data.

Working Conditions

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.

Salary Range

Salary will be based on the NIH scale, commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Interested candidates should send a cover letter/email, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Nicole Gilbert (gilbert@wustl.edu ).

Required Qualifications

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

Grade
Z

Salary Range
$56,880.00 - $56,880.00 / Annually

The 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 one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

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.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• 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? Weâ™ve 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.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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