Research Associate - School of Molecular Biosciences

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

April 2, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

305- - Research Associate

Research Associate - School of Molecular Biosciences

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

12 Month

As a Research Associate for the Yan lab in the School of Molecular Biosciences
, you will conduct research in reproductive biology and genetic engineering. Your research will be centered on the genetic and epigenetic regulation of fertility, as well as the epigenetic contributions of gametes (sperm and eggs) to fertilization, early embryonic development, and long-term health in adulthood. In this role, you will need to be highly motivated and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere with the lab and the School of Molecular Biosciences.

This is a full time (100% FTE), project position. This position is overtime eligible.

This is a temporary position expected to end on March 31, 2027
. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

$55,000 - $65,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.

• An earned PhD in a life sciences related field, such as Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, etc.
• A minimum of five years of post-doctoral wet bench research experience.

• Background in a high-output, fast-paced research environment employing a broad range of multidisciplinary techniques.

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.

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Area/College:
College of Veterinary Medicine

Location:

Pullman, WA

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Curriculum Vitae

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact information including name, email address and phone number for three (3) professional references.

• External candidates
  : upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
• Current WSU Employees (internal candidates): before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
• Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.

A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Full time

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