Research Opportunities - Pediatrics Allergy & Pulmonary Medicine | Washington University in St. Louis - Military Veterans

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The newly funded Cystic Fibrosis Research Development Seed Program at Washington University seeks researchers to help establish a Cellular Models and Physiology Core Laboratory. This laboratory, under the Direction of Ron Rubenstein, MD, PhD, and Deepika Polineni, MD, MPH, will support multiple developing collaborations within WashU that aim to address fundamental questions focused on the interaction of the epithelia and immune systems in CF. Work in the lab will include enabling the collaborative use of epithelial models derived from primary or induced pluripotent stem cells, as well as manipulation and assessment of these models using techniques of cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, microscopy, and epithelial electrophysiology. This core will also endeavor to create systems by which the influence of isolated immune/inflammatory cells may influence epithelial function, and vice versa, and how these interactions may be influenced by gene therapy or gene editing. Job Description 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 Base pay is commensurate with experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with one or more of the following: Molecular biology, cloning, PCR, cell culture, immune based detection (immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, ELISA), fluorescence microscopy, and epithelial electrophysiology.  Computer skills including Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism.  Required Qualifications Candidates must hold at least a bachelors degree, and candidates with more experience and advanced graduate training are especially encouraged to apply.  Candidates with prior experience in cell biology, molecular biology, and especially epithelial physiology or related fields are also encouraged to apply. Willingness to work with cell culture and other model systems is required.  Grade 00 Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email  CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. 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/AA Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Diversity Statement Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.