Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pathology & Immunology
Washington University in St. Louis
Application
Details
Posted: 08-Sep-24
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: JR84295
Position Summary
A postdoctoral (Ph.D or M.D/Ph.D) opportunity to study myeloid cell biology and its implications for immunotherapy is available to join the laboratory of Dr. Eynav Klechevsky at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
The Klechevsky lab is dedicated to understanding how dendritic cells and other myeloid cells influence the development of immunity and cancer. Our broad and multidisciplinary approach, spanning basic biology and translational medicine using mouse models and patient samples, tackles complex questions with profound implications for human health.
Projects are available to decipher the molecular regulation of dendritic cell subsets, function, and differentiation using novel approaches, such as CRISPR Cas9, single-cell and tissue analyses. The work will contribute to our overall goal of advancing novel immunotherapy strategies for cancer and inflammatory disease.
Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):
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.
Conscientious discharge of his/her research responsibilities.
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 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.
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.
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.
Applicant Special Instructions
Send CV, brief description of current research activities, and contact information of three references to Dr. Eynav Klechevsky at eklechevsky@wustl.edu.
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:
No specific certification 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
Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
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