Staff Scientist - Infectious Diseases

fostonlab.wustl.edu

St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00 annually; bonus/equi...
Not specified
Hiv host-pathogen interface research
Molecular virology
Primary human cell systems
The Staff Scientist position at Washington University in St. Louis focuses on research related to the HIV host-pathogen interface, emphasizing collaboration, rigorous experimentation, and impactful publication. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in molecular biology, virology, and experimental research, particularly with human cells and mouse models

Job Summary

  • Our laboratory investigates the HIV host–pathogen interface with the goal of identifying mechanisms that enable the immune system to control and ultimately eliminate persistent infection.
  • Scientists in the laboratory are encouraged to pursue projects that bridge fundamental virology, immunology, and translational investigation.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Staff Scientist position at Washington University in St. Louis focuses on research related to the HIV host-pathogen interface, emphasizing collaboration, rigorous experimentation, and impactful publication. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in molecular biology, virology, and experimental research, particularly with human cells and mouse models.

Salary

Base: $48,000.00 - $86,900.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, retirement plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HIV host-pathogen interface research
  • Molecular virology
  • Primary human cell systems
  • In vivo models
  • Ex vivo primary cells
  • Patient-derived specimens
  • Humanized mouse models

Nice-to-have

  • Intellectual curiosity
  • Translational immunology
  • Rigorous experimentation
  • Collaboration
  • Impactful work publication

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 3 Years Laboratory Operations experience
  • Ph.D. preferred

Work Rights

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