Postbaccalaureate Researcher - Institute of Clinical & Translational Sciences

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Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary This is a full-time laboratory experience of up to two years designed to provide recent college graduates with additional research experience to make them competitive for advanced careers in biomedical science. This program is focused on providing research experience in the fields of diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolic diseases (DEM). Postbaccalaureate researchers will also participate in career development workshops and seminars. This program is designed to primarily be a research-focused program, where the participants will spend most of their time in the laboratory of a selected mentor. However, it will also provide additional training and opportunities for participants to achieve readiness in three main areas: readiness for research, readiness for academics, and readiness for self-presentation. This will be accomplished through a curriculum that provides educational opportunities in addition to training in the laboratory. Among these will be opportunities to attend tailored workshops, seminars, research forums, and graduate-level classes. A major focus in the second year will be preparing scholars for, and applying to, graduate school. This program is intended to provide research experience for those individuals intending to pursue research oriented biomedical science degree programs, such as those offering the PhD or MD/PhD degrees. The program does not provide additional preparation for those seeking to pursue an MD or other health-related degrees. It is expected that the participant will perform research and analysis, as well as technical aspects of studies and experiments, including documentation and preparation of materials. Individuals accepted into the program will be designated as full-time employees for a period of up to two years and will be eligible for university sponsored benefits, including health insurance. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Works under the supervision of senior personnel on research project/s providing independent complex research support. Presents results of research activities to peers and supervisors in written and/or verbal presentation or form. Through active research and analysis gains proficiency in essential aspects of research, which may include some or all of the following: conducting experiments, assays, collection of data, preparation of solutions, tissue culture, animal care and maintenance, and set-up and maintenance of equipment. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions. Attends meetings, educational workshops and seminars to prepare for advanced study. Performs data entry and maintains data files on research. 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. Applicant Special Instructions: This opportunity is funded by the NIH grant NIDDK R25 PRIDE. Please review the full application instructions on our website: https://crtc.wustl.edu/programs/postbaccalaureate-programs/program-overview-pride/program-requirements-pride/application-overview-pride/ . Please save your resume and the following supplemental documents as a single PDF file and upload it where you are asked for your resume. Curriculum vitae or resume: Include education history, relevant research experience, volunteer or community service activities, teaching or mentoring experience, leadership experience, honors, awards, publications and anything else that you believe is pertinent. No more than 5 pages. Personal Statement: Provide an overview of your research interests, career goals, and why you wish to participate in this program. If you have not had previous research experience and/or scientific education, you may address it here. Please provide what you plan to achieve during your time in the program. List your long-term professional goals, and how you plan to achieve them. Explain how you promote or enhance diversity in science. No more than two pages, 11 point font (Arial), half- inch margins, single spaced. Unofficial Transcript: Provide a copy of your unofficial transcript. Official transcripts are required upon appointment to the PRIDE Program. Up to 4 Research Mentor Suggestions: Provide a list of 3 - 4 WashU Research Mentors you'd like to work with and why. A list of potentially available WashU mentors is provided here: https://crtc.wustl.edu/potential-mentors-pride-step-up-r25/ . This available mentors list is not exhaustive, and you can choose any WashU mentor who fits your research interests. Three letters of recommendation must also be provided . If letters are not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Please have your letters of recommendation sent directly to crtc@wustl.edu