Position Summary

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available immediately. Projects involve preclinical and clinical validating molecular imaging contrast agents for predicting, staging diseases, monitoring the progress of disease using different strategies. The candidate will write progress report quarterly to PIs and complete research manuscripts for publishing. The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and departmental core facilities for molecular imaging, as well as to the great research community in one of the top medical schools in the USA.

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

Required Qualifications

Energetic, highly motivated with PhD/MD in biology, immunology, biochemistry, pharmacology, neurobiology, cancer biology, pathology and related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should have hands-on experiences on biology, immunoassay, immunohistochemistry staining, molecular imaging, biochemistry, pharmacology, animal and radioactive material handling.
• Good skills on anatomic tissue dissection of the rodents.
• Strong communication skills, analytical abilities and a dedicated willingness for multi-tasks are essential for this position.

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

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

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
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

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