Senior Scientist - Developmental Biology

Position Summary
This position collaborates with the principal investigator (PI) on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects in the Department of Developmental Biology. This position organizes all research related operations and communications while ensuring overall effectiveness, compliance, and consistency.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the PI on the design, conduct and reporting of research projects.
• Monitors NIH changes/and other agency changes and distributes information to the faculty.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting including but not limited to training, equipment and core grant applications; identifies on a regular basis grant opportunities for faculty in the department; assists faculty in preparing for such opportunities; identifies and facilitates large collaborative projects and grants; and develops and oversees mechanisms for tracking grant submission data (current awards, pending awards, grants submitted, etc.).
• Prepares, proofreads and/or submits papers on research and other scientific documents.
• Provides data for research components of the department’s strategic plan; contributes to the department’s strategic plan and develops and maintains long-range planning and development.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Manages research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge of standard laboratory policies, procedures and equipment. 
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form with all levels of personnel and technical publications. 
• Ability to work well independently or as a team member.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D., M.D. or an equivalent terminal degree and at least three years of postdoctoral experience.

Grade
R12

Salary Range
$59,200.00 - $107,400.00 / 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.

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
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Applicant Instructions
When you are ready to apply, creating an account only takes a minute. Your account creates a candidate home page which we will use to communicate with you and allows you to apply for jobs and view your application statuses. The first page of the application offers two “Quick Apply” options. Quick Apply allows you to either use a previous application or create a new application using a resume to populate the work experience and education sections of your job application. If using a resume to populate your application, check to ensure the application fields populated accurately. You may skip the “Quick Apply” page by clicking “Next” at the bottom of the page. Documents may be uploaded in the My Experience section of the application. You also have the option to apply with a Linkedin feature, which allows you to apply by using your Linkedin profile to populate some of the job application fields.

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
This position collaborates with the principal investigator (PI) on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects in the Department of Developmental Biology. This position organizes all research related operations and communications while ensuring overall effectiveness, compliance, and consistency.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the PI on the design, conduct and reporting of research projects.
• Monitors NIH changes/and other agency changes and distributes information to the faculty.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting including but not limited to training, equipment and core grant applications; identifies on a regular basis grant opportunities for faculty in the department; assists faculty in preparing for such opportunities; identifies and facilitates large collaborative projects and grants; and develops and oversees mechanisms for tracking grant submission data (current awards, pending awards, grants submitted, etc.).
• Prepares, proofreads and/or submits papers on research and other scientific documents.
• Provides data for research components of the department’s strategic plan; contributes to the department’s strategic plan and develops and maintains long-range planning and development.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Manages research projects with other institutions and investigators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge of standard laboratory policies, procedures and equipment. 
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form with all levels of personnel and technical publications. 
• Ability to work well independently or as a team member.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D., M.D. or an equivalent terminal degree and at least three years of postdoctoral experience.

Grade
R12

Salary Range
$59,200.00 - $107,400.00 / 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.

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
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Applicant Instructions
When you are ready to apply, creating an account only takes a minute. Your account creates a candidate home page which we will use to communicate with you and allows you to apply for jobs and view your application statuses. The first page of the application offers two “Quick Apply” options. Quick Apply allows you to either use a previous application or create a new application using a resume to populate the work experience and education sections of your job application. If using a resume to populate your application, check to ensure the application fields populated accurately. You may skip the “Quick Apply” page by clicking “Next” at the bottom of the page. Documents may be uploaded in the My Experience section of the application. You also have the option to apply with a Linkedin feature, which allows you to apply by using your Linkedin profile to populate some of the job application fields.