Summary:
The Handley and Virgin laboratories in the Department of Pathology and Immunology at Washington University in St. Louis, MO has an opening for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to study alterations in the microbiome that occur during disease with particular emphasis on AIDS and inflammatory bowel disease. The person hired will work under the supervision of Dr. Handley and in strong collaboration with Dr. Virgin conducting research involving analysis of the bacterial microbiome and virome with the aim of understanding basic mechanisms in which alterations of the microbiome associate with or cause disease, identification of novel disease associated pathogens, and development of ecological theory pertaining to host-associated bacterial and viral communities.
Candidates will have ample opportunities to acquire and develop new skills, work closely with the PI and collaborators, and communicate results to the scientific community through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications while working in a supportive, highly collaborative, and energetic environment. State-of-the-art facilities are available within an exceptionally energetic research setting.
Research projects will involve developing appropriate sequencing approaches and strategies to quantitatively assess mixed microbial communities as well as extensive involvement in the development and application of computational workflows to analyze diverse microbial communities. Successful applicants will have a strong background in molecular biology, bioinformatics and ecological statistics.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the principal investigator, the applicant will independently carry out activities performing laboratory research. Duties include:
• Guide research projects through experimental design, conduct of experiments, and analysis of data
• Maintain detailed documentation of the experimental work
• Present data within and outside of the laboratory group at meetings and symposia
• Work closely within the group and with outside collaborators
• Mentor students and technicians
• Maintain close communications with the PI regarding progress
• Write, edit, and submit manuscripts/abstracts detailing the results of the project
• Demonstrate integrity, excellence, accountability and teamwork in all interactions
Qualifications:
• A Ph.D. and/or M.D. with relevant experience in microbiome characterization or relevant computational approaches required
• Highly motivated and independent, with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Occasional weekend or evening flexibility
• Minimum 2 year commitment
Application information: The position is open immediately although the start date is flexible. Please submit a cover letter, CV, and references to Dr. Handley at [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we may not be able to reply individually to all inquiries. All applicants, including those from abroad, must be able to come to St. Louis, MO USA for an interview.
The above job description details the major duties and qualifications of the listed position. The employee hired to this position confirms that he/she is able to perform all duties outlined. Although the specific duties and responsibilities of this position may vary slightly, the supervisor of this position will ensure that the employee hired to this position is trained and qualified to complete each task assigned. If the duties or responsibilities of this position need to change significantly, then the supervisor must submit an updated job description to the Office Manager for review.
The Handley and Virgin laboratories in the Department of Pathology and Immunology at Washington University in St. Louis, MO has an opening for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to study alterations in the microbiome that occur during disease with particular emphasis on AIDS and inflammatory bowel disease. The person hired will work under the supervision of Dr. Handley and in strong collaboration with Dr. Virgin conducting research involving analysis of the bacterial microbiome and virome with the aim of understanding basic mechanisms in which alterations of the microbiome associate with or cause disease, identification of novel disease associated pathogens, and development of ecological theory pertaining to host-associated bacterial and viral communities.
Candidates will have ample opportunities to acquire and develop new skills, work closely with the PI and collaborators, and communicate results to the scientific community through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications while working in a supportive, highly collaborative, and energetic environment. State-of-the-art facilities are available within an exceptionally energetic research setting.
Research projects will involve developing appropriate sequencing approaches and strategies to quantitatively assess mixed microbial communities as well as extensive involvement in the development and application of computational workflows to analyze diverse microbial communities. Successful applicants will have a strong background in molecular biology, bioinformatics and ecological statistics.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the principal investigator, the applicant will independently carry out activities performing laboratory research. Duties include:
• Guide research projects through experimental design, conduct of experiments, and analysis of data
• Maintain detailed documentation of the experimental work
• Present data within and outside of the laboratory group at meetings and symposia
• Work closely within the group and with outside collaborators
• Mentor students and technicians
• Maintain close communications with the PI regarding progress
• Write, edit, and submit manuscripts/abstracts detailing the results of the project
• Demonstrate integrity, excellence, accountability and teamwork in all interactions
Qualifications:
• A Ph.D. and/or M.D. with relevant experience in microbiome characterization or relevant computational approaches required
• Highly motivated and independent, with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Occasional weekend or evening flexibility
• Minimum 2 year commitment
Application information: The position is open immediately although the start date is flexible. Please submit a cover letter, CV, and references to Dr. Handley at [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we may not be able to reply individually to all inquiries. All applicants, including those from abroad, must be able to come to St. Louis, MO USA for an interview.
The above job description details the major duties and qualifications of the listed position. The employee hired to this position confirms that he/she is able to perform all duties outlined. Although the specific duties and responsibilities of this position may vary slightly, the supervisor of this position will ensure that the employee hired to this position is trained and qualified to complete each task assigned. If the duties or responsibilities of this position need to change significantly, then the supervisor must submit an updated job description to the Office Manager for review.