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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Molecular Microbiology
Washington University in St. Louis
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Posted: 04-Apr-26
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: JR93508
The Ting Zhang Lab in the Department of Molecular Microbiology at WashU Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our research team. The successful candidate will investigate the functions of bile metabolites induced by bacterial infection. We aim to advance our understanding of how infection-stimulated bile metabolites influence intestinal defense mechanisms and disease outcomes. This work involves a multidisciplinary approach, including next-generation sequencing, bacterial genetics, host genetics and metabolomics.
Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at
Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):
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.
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
Candidates should submit the following documents directly to Dr. Ting Zhang at ***email_hidden***:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Not Applicable
A driver's license is not required for this position.
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Bacterial Genetics, Communication, Mammalian Cell Culture, Teamwork, Writing
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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.
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 to view a summary of benefits.
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