Postdoctoral Research Associate - Neurology

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Aid in the generation of preliminary results for grant funding proposals.
• Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals.
• 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

Salary Range: Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Education

• Required Qualifications: Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

More About This Job

At WashU, postdoctoral appointments: Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience.

Benefits Statement

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