Postdoctoral Research Associate - Infectious Diseases

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Posted: 20-Mar-24

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Medical - Research

Internal Number: JR80868

Job Description

Position Summary

The Kwon lab is a dynamic group of clinical and translational investigators dedicated to improving infection prevention and combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We conduct studies focused on characterizing AMR reservoirs in the human and environmental gut microbiome and developing methods to prevent AMR colonization and infection. 

We are hiring a postdoctoral research associate with a background in either microbiology, clinical research, or infectious diseases. Opportunities for growth will include in microbiologic laboratory techniques, clinical and translational research study design, and characterization of AMR. 

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

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or M.D. in Microbiology, Clinical Research, Infectious Diseases or related field.

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.

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Pre-Employment Screening
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