Staff Scientist - Infectious Diseases

About the role

The Boon-lab at WashU in St Louis is seeking a Staff Scientist to support our team studying tick-borne viral diseases, including Bourbon and Heartland virus. Projects include developing and evaluating antiviral and anti-tick vaccines, characterizing human and mouse monoclonal antibodies, and developing serological assays to determine infection prevalence.

Responsibilities

• Designs research protocols following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports.
• Verifies the correctness of data submitted and makes recommendations based on analyses.
• Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
• Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
• Conducts literature searches related to research projects.
• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Maintains physical ability to wear protective equipment and provide standard care to research animals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in virology or tick-research is highly desired.
• Published one or more papers in peer-reviewed journals.
• Can guide research projects.
• Good interpersonal skills and willingness to mentor students and technicians.
• Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Benefits

Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Salary

$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually