Postdoctoral Research Associate (Hybrid) - Neurology

Position Summary This role in the Aravamuthan Lab involves using systems neuroscience techniques to probe cortical‑striatal circuits important for dystonia pathogenesis in mouse models of neonatal brain injury. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Assists with grant preparation and reporting. Prepares and submits papers on research. Assists in the design of research experiments. Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results. Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities. Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research. Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records. Engages in open and timely discussion with mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to the laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications. Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group. Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University. 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 provide standard care to research animals. Salary Range: Base pay is commensurate with experience. Required Qualifications Education: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certifications or licenses required. Work Experience: No specific work experience required. Skills: Not applicable. Driver’s License: Not required. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education required unless stated elsewhere. Certifications/Professional Licenses: None. Work Experience: None. Skills: Collaboration, data analysis, data interpretation, experimentation, laboratory operations, laboratory techniques, researching, results reporting, scientific writing. Benefits Statement Washington University in St. Louis offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent, and weekly hours. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co