Postdoctoral Research Associate – Developmental Biology

Job Description

The Solnica-Krezel and McNeill labs are looking for a joint postdoctoral fellow for a collaborative project on the mechanisms of vertebrate planar cell polarity and morphogenesis. The project will explore the relation of Ds/Fat cadherins and core planar polarity genes in sculpting the vertebrate body plan.  High resolution imaging, genome editing and in vivo proteomics approaches in mouse and zebrafish will investigate the cell polarity and migration in neural and mesenchymal tissues during embryogenesis.

For more information on the McNeill and Solnica-Krezel labs, please visit our websites at McNeill Lab and Solnica-Krezel Lab .

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in molecular biology, genetics, developmental biology, cell biology, biochemistry or similar fields.
• Published in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to guide research projects and maintain detailed records of experimental work.
• Background in or strong desire to learn cell and developmental biology.
• Good interpersonal skills and willingness to mentor trainees and technicians.
• Excellent speaking, reading and writing skills.

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.

Applicant Special Instructions

Interested candidates should apply above or send a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references and one key first author publication directly to tonihill@wustl.edu .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
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verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

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