Staff Scientist - Neurology

at  Washington University School Of Medicine

POSITION SUMMARY

There is an opportunity available for a Staff Scientist in the laboratory of Dr. Randall Bateman, which investigates the causes, future diagnosis and treatments of Alzheimer’s disease utilizing a wide variety of assays and techniques from basic applications, such as quantitative measurement of stable-isotope labeled peptides and clinical translational studies in diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease.
Duties in this role include operation of mass spec units, design of research protocols, and assists with experiment design, data analysis, and documentation of experimental results.

JOB DESCRIPTION

For more information about the Bateman Lab, please visit: www.batemanlab.wustl.edu.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner.
• Computer literacy, including the ability to use a variety of software packages to analyze data.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PhD or master’s degree with 4 years of experience in research lab operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience equaling 9 years.

• Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
• Operates and assists in maintaining several various Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography systems.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
• Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
• Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
• Conducts literature searches related to research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.