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Washington University in St. Louis

Research Opportunities - Infectious Diseases

LocationWashington University Medical Campus
Also inSAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 8, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have1
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Nice to have2
PhD or equivalent terminal degree
Background in cell biology and genetic modification
Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Our lab is interested in defining new antimalarial drug targets. We will use techniques for genetic modification and computational prediction to understand function and draggability of targets. Candidates with a PhD (or equivalent) who are interested in scientist or postdoctoral roles are strongly preferred.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
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.
Salary Range:
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
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:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license 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
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Background in cell biology and genetic modification.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
PhD or terminal degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Communication, Laboratory Research, Organizing, Recordkeeping, Working Independently
Grade
00
Questions
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Legal
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.
Pre-Employment Screening
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.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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