This is a full-time laboratory experience of up to two years designed to provide recent college graduates with additional research experience to make them competitive for advanced careers in biomedical science. This program is focused on providing research experience in the fields of diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolic diseases (DEM). Postbaccalaureate researchers will also participate in career development workshops and seminars.
This program is intended to provide research experience for those individuals intending to pursue research oriented biomedical science degree programs, such as those offering the PhD or MD/PhD degrees. The program does not provide additional preparation for those seeking to pursue an MD or other health-related degrees.
It is expected that the participant will perform research and analysis, as well as technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials. Individuals accepted into the program will be designated as full-time employees for a period of up to two years and will be eligible for university sponsored benefits, including health insurance.
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.
This opportunity is funded by the NIH grant NIDDK R25 PRIDE. Please review the full application instructions on our website: https://crtc.wustl.edu/programs/postbaccalaureate-programs/program-overview-pride/program-requirements-pride/application-overview-pride/.
Please save your resume and the following supplemental documents as a single PDF file and upload it where you are asked for your resume.
Three letters of recommendation must also be provided. If letters are not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Please have your letters of recommendation sent directly to crtc@wustl.edu by your letter writers.
April – June, 2026 – Reviews and notification of decisions.
July 1, 2026 – Program begins
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: Bachelor's degree
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.
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 Thinking, Detailed Reports, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Written Communication
$17.10 – $29.09 / Hourly. 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.
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/
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.
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