Washington University in St. Louis is Hiring a Postdoctoral Research Associate - Hematology Near St Louis, MO
Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Division of Hematology in the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine. Our lab studies how inflammation and thrombosis are intertwined in ischemic stroke, sepsis, atherothrombosis, and sickle cell disease (Li et al. Circulation 2019; Li et al. JEM 2022; Jha et al. Circ Res 2023). Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities:Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will elucidate the mechanisms regulating neutrophil and platelet activation in vascular and metabolic diseases using cutting-edge techniques, including 4D intravital microscopy, Luminex multiplex, gene knockdown and editing systems, animal disease models, and single-cell RNA-seq. Working Conditions This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals. Salary Range Base pay is commensurate with experience. Applicant Special Instructions For consideration, please email 1) a statement of career goals (limit: 1 page), 2) a CV (limit: 3 pages), and 3) the contact information of 3 references (email address and phone number) to: Jaehyung (Gus) Cho, Ph.D. Professor Division of Hematology Department of Medicine Department of Pathology and Immunology Washington University School of Medicine Email: jaehyung.cho@wustl.edu https://guscholab.org 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. Education:Required QualificationsPh.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:Not Applicable Driver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred QualificationsMore About This JobEducation:No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Certifications:No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Work Experience:No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Skills: Not Applicable QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. 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