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Senior Scientist - Neuroscience
Washington University in St. LouisJeffrey T. Fort Neuroscience Research Building, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 31 Jul 2026
š° $115,000/yr($63,400/yr ā $115,000/yr)
About the role
Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
Independently supports, designs, and leads behavioral and in vivo physiology research, supervises laboratory personnel, and serves as a key resource for scientific expertise in neuroscience experiments.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Independently designs, conducts, and oversees behavioral and in vivo physiology experiments.
- Supervises, mentors, and supports laboratory team members.
- Provides scientific and technical expertise, acting as a resource for lab members and collaborators.
- Analyzes data, prepares figures, and contributes meaningfully to manuscripts and reports.
- Ensures compliance with safety standards; maintains documentation for laboratory practices and specimen management.
- Coordinates research projects effectively with other core facilities and collaborating investigators.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive hazards.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Phd Or Terminal Degree Or Combination Of Education And Experience May Substitute For Minimum Education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written CommunicationGrade
R12Salary Range
$63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / AnnuallyThe 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.Questions
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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.Pre-Employment S
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