Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology

About the role

The position is available in the Jaebok Choi Lab within the Department of Medicine, Division of Oncology. The lab focuses on transplant immunology, particularly T cells, and seeks a postdoctoral researcher to work on T cell biology in mouse models of diseases such as graft-vs-host disease (GvHD), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE).

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop their own research projects leading to first-author publications.
• Develop expertise in T cell biology, mouse models of GvHD/GvL, IBD, or EAE, CRISPR/Cas9 guide RNA library screening, bioluminescence imaging, intestinal organoids, and multicolor flow cytometry.
• Enhance career skills including writing, public speaking, networking, and critical evaluation of scientific literature.
• Present scientific work both internally and externally with excellent communication skills.
• Aid in grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepare and submit research papers.
• Design and assist in the execution of research experiments.
• Evaluate research findings and report results.
• Conscientiously fulfill research responsibilities.
• Maintain adherence to ethical standards and good laboratory practices.
• Communicate openly and promptly with their mentor regarding laboratory matters.
• Behave collegially with co-trainees, staff, and research group members.
• Adhere to all applicable University policies, procedures, and regulations.

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree in relevant fields such as Cell Biology, Immunology, or Molecular Biology.
• Experience in T cell biology, mouse models of GvHD/GvL, IBD, or EAE, CRISPR/Cas9 guide RNA library screening, bioluminescence imaging, intestinal organoids, and multicolor flow cytometry.
• Strong collaboration, data analysis, and laboratory operations skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily.
• Physical ability to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals.

Skills

• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Experimentation and genome editing.
• Laboratory operations and techniques.
• Molecular biology and mouse handling.
• Multiparameter flow cytometry and primary cells.
• Protein biochemistry and scientific writing.
• T cell research and reporting.

Benefits

Washington University in St. Louis provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The salary range is commensurate with experience.