Staff Scientist - Engineering

Washington University in St. Louis

2d • $48,000 - $86,900 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in developing and conducting research projects at the Aerosol Interdisciplinary Research (AIR) laboratory. Responsibilities include experiment design, data analysis, documentation of experiment results, writing manuscripts, assisting in writing research proposals and reports, and training other lab members.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Laboratory Operations (3 Years)

Nice To Haves

• Solid background in electrochemical biosensors and aerosol science.
• Expertise in aerosol generation and characterization experimentation.
• Experience in biosensor applications for detection of bioaerosol pathogens and biomarkers.
• Ability to analyze and communicate research findings in a clear, concise manner via presentations, reports, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions and engages in discussion with principal investigator at regular intervals, designs research protocols, including: developing procedures for the collection, carrying out experiments, verification and management of data.
• Supervises laboratory research, trains researchers on lab equipment, and organizes laboratory activities.
• 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.
• Conducts literature searches related to research project.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level