Staff Scientist - Biochemistry

Washington University Medical Campuslead

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Key Responsibilities

Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.

Requirements Summary

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

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ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

The candidate is expected to independently design, conduct, and analyze mammalian cell culture and quantitative fluorescence microscopy experiments, including live-cell and high-content imaging.

Responsibilities

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→Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
→Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
→Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these 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 project.
→Performs other duties as assigned.

Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment.

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.

Requirements

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For imaging data analysis, experience with scientific programming and machine learning/computer vision expertise is highly desirable.

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Laboratory Operations (3 Years) No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Not Applicable Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations

A driver's license is not required for this position.

About the Role

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R10

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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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.

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.

What We Offer

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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%.

✓Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

✓We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

✓WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.