Postdoctoral Research Associate - Hematology

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110 Position Summary A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Medicine, Hematology division, WashU Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States. The Kang Lab is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to study the cell fate decision mechanisms in hematopoietic stem and multipotent progenitor cells using primary mouse and human bone marrow cells and patient samples. We study cell fate decision and lineage specification in hematopoietic stem and multipotent progenitor populations to modulate lineage output for therapeutic purpose in diseases and aging context. This project will involve primary mouse and human stem cell sorting, multi-color flow cytometry, mouse disease models, human patient samples, 3D bone marrow organoid models, single-cell RNA-Sequencing, and general molecular and cellular biology techniques. The successful candidate should have a good publication record, and strong background in molecular biology and cell biology. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities For more information on the lab please visit Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at Will study cell fate decision and lineage specification in hematopoietic stem and multipotent progenitor populations to modulate lineage output for therapeutic purpose in diseases and aging context. This project will involve primary mouse and human stem cell sorting, multi-color flow cytometry, mouse disease models, human patient samples, 3D bone marrow organoid models, single-cell RNA-Sequencing, and general molecular and cellular biology techniques. 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. Education Required Qualifications Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral 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. More About This Job At Washington University, postdoctoral appointments Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience. Education Preferred Qualifications 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 Not Applicable 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at View phone number on click.appcast.io and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. 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. 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 to view a summary of benefits. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis