Senior Scientist – Neurology Full-time

Mass Spec Senior Scientist

There is an opportunity available for a Mass Spec Senior Scientist in the laboratory of Dr. Randall Bateman, which investigates the causes, future diagnosis and treatments of Alzheimer's disease utilizing a wide variety of assays and techniques from basic applications, such as quantitative measurement of stable-isotope labeled peptides by high resolution mass spectrometry and clinical translational studies in diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Duties in this role include operation of high-resolution mass spectrometry units and maintenance of ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC) systems. Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.
• Operates and assists in maintaining several Thermo Fischer Scientific Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography systems.
• Leads projects and assists with grant writing, manuscript preparation and dissemination of research findings at scientific conferences and publications.
• Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
• Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
• Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or routine troubleshooting. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in analytical methods.
• Conducts literature searches related to research project.
• Mentors junior lab members, including post-docs, undergraduate students and technicians, fostering a collaborative and dynamic research environment. Collaborates with multiple teams within the lab or within the department and assist in disseminating analysis in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive 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.

Education: Phd Or Terminal Degree Or Combination Of Education And Experience May Substitute For Minimum Education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Postdoctoral (3 Years)

Skills: Analytical Problem Solving, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade: R12

Salary Range: $63,400.00 – $115,000.00 / AnnuallyThe 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.

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.

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.