Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110 Position Summary The Albanus Lab in the Department of Neurology is seeking motivated applicants to join as a Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead projects integrating multi-omics (single-cell RNA- and ATAC-seq, spatial transcriptomics) and genetics to understand the biology of human aging, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases and personalized medicine. Job Description Primary

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Responsibilities

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/. Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to): Design and run functional genomic pipelines, produce results, and communicate with the group members. Engage critically with the literature to understand the molecular biology of aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Engage in the development and testing/validation of new algorithms and their applications to transcriptomic, epigenomic, genetic, and proteomic data. Perform fully reproducible computational analyses. Assist the team in the manuscript preparation of the research findings. Support the principal investigator to fulfill the research objectives of their funded projects. Assist the principal investigator in generating preliminary results for grant funding proposals. Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals. Pursue independent funding opportunities (K awards, fellowships, etc.). Present research at conferences and contribute to grant applications. Mentor junior team members. Contribute to the overall research goals and objectives of the team.

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. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required

Qualifications

Education

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work

Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job At WashU, postdoctoral appointments: Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work

Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. 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. 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

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Benefits

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