Staff Scientist – Neurology

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
This Staff Scientist position will examine data primarily related to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease (late onset and genetic etiologies), biomarkers (primarily imaging [PET, MRI, fMRI]), and functional measures. The candidate may also work in other diseases including neuroAIDS. The candidate will participate at all levels of research-related activities, including data analysis using various statistical packages, design of experiments across a range of studies, and preparation of reports.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, design research protocol, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
• Assist in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis and documentation of experiment results.
• Conduct cross-sectional and longitudinal multivariate statistical analyses.
• Clean, combine, and process large datasets from different sources and manage the curated databases for analyses including cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses.
• Conduct literature searches related to research project and keep abreast of the field.
• Perform complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes methodological and interpretative reports. Verify the correctness of the data submitted and make recommendations based on these analyses.
• Document research topics and prepare and submit papers based on lab research to journals for publications and presentation to peers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret biomarker data (including neuroimaging, blood, real world driving) and perform statistical analyses and communicate results in a clear, concise manner.
• Serve as a statistical consultant in collaborative studies involving the medical school community.
• Computer literacy, including the ability to use a variety of software packages (R, Python, SAS, Matlab) to analyze data.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree with four years of experience in research lab operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience equaling nine years.

Grade
R10

Salary Range
$46,100.00 – $83,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

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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 https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
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Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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