Staff Scientist - Nutritional Science

Washington University

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00 annually; bonus/equi...
Molecular and cellular biological techniques
Genetically engineered mouse models
Data collection and verification
The position focuses on understanding molecular mechanisms regulating mitochondrial metabolism in liver, heart, and skeletal muscle using mouse models

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on understanding molecular mechanisms regulating mitochondrial metabolism in liver, heart, and skeletal muscle using mouse models.
  • Successful applicants will design experiments to study how phosphorylation of key regulatory enzymes impacts branched chain amino acid metabolism.
  • The role offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance packages, and tuition coverage for employees and families.

Matching Summary

The position focuses on understanding molecular mechanisms regulating mitochondrial metabolism in liver, heart, and skeletal muscle using mouse models.

Salary

Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 7% retirement match, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Molecular and cellular biological techniques
  • Genetically engineered mouse models
  • Data collection and verification

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced research skill development
  • Grant preparation assistance
  • Technical procedural improvements

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3 years laboratory operations experience
  • Ph.D. preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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