Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

A Research Lab Manager position is available in Dr. Ai’s laboratory at the division of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, WashU. Dr. Ai is a basic scientist and an Associate Professor of Medicine. Dr. Ai’s lab focuses on respiratory diseases that affect infants and young children. Dr. Ai has recently moved from MGH, Harvard Medical School, to WashU and is welcoming motivated individuals to help rebuild the lab and resume research activities.

The candidate is expected to perform experiments and summarize the data independently, coordinate other projects in the lab, assist the PI with regulatory compliance, and mentor fellow lab members. Specifically, the experiments are related to a research project that studies respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection of human bronchial epithelial cells. This newly NIH-funded project aims to screen for small-molecule inhibitors that can reduce RSV spread in the infant bronchial epithelial barrier.

Performs, oversees and coordinates research projects. Oversees entire laboratory setting to promote smooth operation, regulatory compliance and interaction with other laboratories.

Job Description

For more info on the lab please visit https://pulmonary.wustl.edu/people/xingbin-ai-phd/.

• With principal investigator, designs, performs and evaluates research procedures.
• Assists with grant preparation and journal article submission.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures. Provides comprehensive direction to laboratory personnel.
• Hires, trains and evaluates the performance of laboratory personnel.
• Oversees and directs all support activities of the lab including human resources, budgets, facility maintenance, purchasing, supplies, materials and equipment.
• Researches and recommends new methods and procedures to maintain current capabilities, quality and standards.

Applicant Special Instructions:

When applying, please submit a letter detailing your experience and research interests, an updated CV, and contact information for 2-3 references.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. 
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

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:

Master’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:

Research Laboratory Operations (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS degree or equivalent in the field of biochemistry, cell biology or molecular biology.
• Experience in cell culture, molecular biology, and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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:

Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Prioritization

Grade

R12

Salary Range

$63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email 

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 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

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/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.