Research Opportunities - Infectious Diseases

About this role

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

 Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary Our lab is interested in defining new antimalarial drug targets. We will use techniques for genetic modification and computational prediction to understand function and draggability of targets. Candidates with a PhD (or equivalent) who are interested in scientist or postdoctoral roles are strongly preferred.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: 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.

Salary Range:

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: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license 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.

More About This Job Preferred Qualifications: PhD or equivalent terminal degree. Background in cell biology and genetic modification.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: PhD or terminal degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications/Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Communication, Laboratory Research, Organizing, Recordkeeping, Working Independently

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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.

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