Staff Scientist (computational – Connectome) - Genetics

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Python programming language
Develop new code and statistical methods
Analyze newly created data
The candidate will work with a dynamic team of graduate students to develop new code and statistical methods to analyze newly created data in the Cremins lab to map the neural connectome at synapse resolution

Job Summary

  • The candidate will work with a dynamic team of graduate students to develop new code and statistical methods to analyze newly created data in the Cremins lab to map the neural connectome at synapse resolution.
  • Candidates will be expected to organize, manage, and curate the imaging data to make it available to the scientific community on public portals.
  • This role is ideal for you if you enjoy the excitement of a bleeding-edge scientific laboratory and welcome the challenge of a fast-paced environment and working collaboratively in a positive, warm, and community-focused scientific culture.

Matching Summary

The candidate will work with a dynamic team of graduate students to develop new code and statistical methods to analyze newly created data in the Cremins lab to map the neural connectome at synapse resolution.

Salary

Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance packages, free Metro transit U-Pass, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python programming language
  • Develop new code and statistical methods
  • Analyze newly created data
  • Map neural connectome at synapse resolution
  • Organize, manage, and curate imaging data
  • Write code by PEP8 standards

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interest in new data
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive, high-energy environment
  • Open and honest communication
  • Collaborative ethos
  • Independent thinking

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or combination of education and/or experience
  • Laboratory Operations (3 Years)

Work Rights

Not specified

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