"Staff Scientist - Biology"

Position Summary

The Biology Department at WashU in St Louis is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Staff Scientist position in the laboratory of Xuehua Zhong. The position is funded through NSF grant to investigate function and mechanism of epigenetic regulation of genome integrity, development, and environmental adaptation. We are using a combination of functional genomics, high-throughput proteomics, and genomics techniques together with traditional genetic and biochemical approaches.

Designs research protocols. Assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis and documentation of experiment results.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• 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.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

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:

Master’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:

Laboratory Operations (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, developmental biology, plant genetics, or a related field by the start date of the appointment.
• Demonstrated evidence of prior research experience and publications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong background in plant genetics, genomics, biochemistry, and/or computational biology.
• Ability and motivation to work independently and in small teams.
• Experience with bioinformatics, statistics, genomics data analysis, and/or AI.

Education:

Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

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:

Analytical Problem Solving, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Communication, Computational Biology, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Genomic Data Analysis, Genomics, Plant Genetics, Statistics, Teamwork, Working Independently

Grade

R10

Salary Range

$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / AnnuallyThe 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.