Postdoctoral Research Associate, Microbial Ecology Lab
Saint Louis University
Summary
The Soil Microbial Ecology Laboratory at Saint Louis University is looking for a creative post-doctoral scientist with strong background in soil microbiome, multi-omics [metagenomics/transcriptomics/metabolomics], as well as bioinformatics.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Quantify microbial functional genes using qPCR.
- Develop AI-driven bioinformatics pipeline and analyze multi-omics data.
- Perform soil sampling and experiment design.
- Measure soil properties—soil pH, moisture content, Inorganic N, etc.
- Soil incubation and activity measurement.
- Training undergrad and graduate students in the laboratory.
Qualifications
- PhD in microbial ecology/microbiology, and bioinformatics or related field.
- Experience in multi-omics pipeline development and analyses are required.
- Experience in wet lab: soil incubation, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction.
- Evidence of scientific productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications.
- Ability to take a leadership role for the project.
Requirements
- PhD in microbial ecology/microbiology, and bioinformatics or related field.
- Experience in multi-omics pipeline development and analyses are required.
- Experience in wet lab: soil incubation, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction.
- Evidence of scientific productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications.
- Ability to take a leadership role for the project.
Benefits
- Health insurance
Company overview
Saint Louis University (SLU) is a private Jesuit research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 1818. As one of the oldest Catholic universities in the United States, SLU offers comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across diverse disciplines. The university maintains a strong commitment to research and scholarship, with particular strengths in health sciences, medicine, law, business, and social sciences. SLU operates a major academic medical center and is recognized for its contributions to biomedical research, clinical care, and community health initiatives. The university's research enterprise includes numerous centers and institutes focused on areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, global health, and social justice. With its Jesuit mission emphasizing education of the whole person and service to humanity, SLU combines rigorous academic programs with a dedication to ethical leadership and social responsibility. The institution plays a significant role in the St. Louis metropolitan area as both an educational leader and a major employer.