Washington University in St. Louis·St. Louis, Missouri
The postdoctoral associate will investigate mechanisms of platelet and neutrophil activation in thromboinflammatory diseases using advanced laboratory techniques. Responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, preparing grant applications, and publishing research findings.
Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team at WashU Medicine in St. Louis. Our lab investigates novel mechanisms regulating platelet and neutrophil activation and their homotypic and heterotypic interactions in thromboinflammatory diseases, including ischemic stroke, sepsis, and atherothrombosis (Li et al. JEM 2022; Jha et al. Circ Res 2023; Lee et al. Circulation 2025).
The successful candidate will study the mechanisms regulating platelet activation and aggregation during thromboinflammation, using cutting-edge approaches such as confocal intravital microscopy, CRISPR-based gene editing, proteomics, and mouse models of human disease.
Job Description: Primary
Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/. Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to): Assists with grant preparation and reporting. Prepares and submits papers on research. Assists in the design of research experiments. Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results. Conscientious discharge of their research responsibilities. Maintains conformity with 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. 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.
Base pay is commensurate with experience. 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. Required Qualifications Education: Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills: Not Applicable
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Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree (recent graduates or soon-to-be graduates are encouraged to apply). Previous experience in cell or vascular biology, including confocal microscopy or mouse disease models. Strong oral and written communication skills. First-author papers in premier journals.
Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation 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 Statement 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. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. 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, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree. Preferred qualifications include experience in cell or vascular biology, proficiency with confocal microscopy or mouse models, and a strong publication record.
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Market context
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