Washington University in St. Louis
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biomedical Engineering
Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Overview
Postdoctoral Research position open in the Berkland Lab (Department of Biomedical Engineering, Danforth Campus). Area of expertise: Pharmaceutical formulation, peptides, immunotherapy. A postdoctoral position is available immediately for applicants interested in the development of various biologic and bioconjugate therapeutics applied as immunotherapies to cancer. This position will require knowledge and experience with immunotherapies, peptides, chemical and biochemical analysis, and cancer models. Project work will involve peptides, formulation, analytical techniques, and use of mouse cancer models. The individual will have the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and materials scientists.
Responsibilities
Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to): Manage their own project, which is expected to yield one or more publications including conference abstract proceedings. Develops expertise in immunotherapy and treatment approaches. Supports team working on development of immunotherapies applied to cancer. Employs or learns methods to support formulation, characterization, and immunotherapy techniques. Mentors doctoral, master’s and undergraduate students engaged in independent research activities. Develops proficiency in career skills, including writing, public speaking, networking, and critical evaluation of scientific literature. Presents scientific work both inside and outside the University with excellent oral communication skills. Assists with grant preparation and reporting, and contributes to laboratory organization including meeting planning. Designs research experiments, evaluates research findings and reports results. Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities and maintains ethical standards in research. Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records. Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to their laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications. Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group. Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.
Qualifications
Education: Ph.D., M.D. or Equivalent Terminal or Doctoral Degree. Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills: Immunotherapy, Peptides Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Education: Preferred Qualifications — No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications — No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience — No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills — Not Applicable
Accommodations
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. 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 and EEO
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. EEO: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. The University is dedicated to building an inclusive environment with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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Postdoctoral Research position open in the Berkland Lab (Department of Biomedical Engineering, Danforth Campus). Area of expertise: Pharmaceutical formulation, peptides, immunotherapy. A postdoctoral position is available immediately for applicants interested in the development of various biologic and bioconjugate therapeutics applied as immunotherapies to cancer. This position will require knowledge and experience with immunotherapies, peptides, chemical and biochemical analysis, and cancer models. Project work will involve peptides, formulation, analytical techniques, and use of mouse cancer models. The individual will have the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and materials scientists.
Responsibilities
Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to): Manage their own project, which is expected to yield one or more publications including conference abstract proceedings. Develops expertise in immunotherapy and treatment approaches. Supports team working on development of immunotherapies applied to cancer. Employs or learns methods to support formulation, characterization, and immunotherapy techniques. Mentors doctoral, master’s and undergraduate students engaged in independent research activities. Develops proficiency in career skills, including writing, public speaking, networking, and critical evaluation of scientific literature. Presents scientific work both inside and outside the University with excellent oral communication skills. Assists with grant preparation and reporting, and contributes to laboratory organization including meeting planning. Designs research experiments, evaluates research findings and reports results. Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities and maintains ethical standards in research. Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records. Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to their laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications. Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group. Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.
Qualifications
Education: Ph.D., M.D. or Equivalent Terminal or Doctoral Degree. Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position. Skills: Immunotherapy, Peptides Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Education: Preferred Qualifications — No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications — No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience — No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills — Not Applicable
Accommodations
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. 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 and EEO
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. EEO: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. The University is dedicated to building an inclusive environment with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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