Postdoctoral Research Associate - Endocrinology

Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Irfan Lodhi in the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism & Lipid Research at Washington University School of Medicine.

The Lodhi Lab uses cutting-edge techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9, next-generation sequencing, lipidomics and proteomics. The overall goal of the lab is to understand the role of lipid metabolism pathways in the regulation of energy homeostasis. We are particularly interested in how the multifunctional organelles called peroxisomes channel lipids to discrete subcellular compartments to influence metabolism. In this line of investigation, our recent studies suggest that peroxisome-derived lipids regulate mitochondrial dynamics and brown fat-mediated thermogenesis (see Park et al. 2019, Journal of Clinical Investigation 129(2):694-711).

For more information on the lab, please visit www.lodhilab.org/ .

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/ .

Required Qualifications

Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience, or willingness to learn, techniques in mouse handling and surgery.
• Skills in independent analytical thinking, experimental design, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the laboratory staff and investigators.

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 and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Please email a CV and the names of three references to Dr. Irfan Lodhi at [email protected] .

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

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.

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