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Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
This position is for a Research Assistant “Gap Year” laboratory team member to participate in research in lung disease.Assists with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel in order to gain experience to further future career opportunities. Guided activities may include literature review and initial research to identify experimental opportunities, experimental design, execution of experiments and troubleshooting, collection and analysis of data, and/or communication/presentation of results. This role is well-suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the PI or lab members, performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis.
- Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
- Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
- Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
- Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters. May present results as directed by PI.
- Reviews literature related to relevant research.
- Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
- Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
- Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning. Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/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.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
- Lab equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
This position is time-limited up to no more than 3 years.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Experience in assessing gene and protein expression is desirable as well as experience working with mice.
- Skills with record keeping, data analysis and work with a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, Laboratory Instrumentation, Research Labs, Software ProgramGrade
R06-HSalary Range
$16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly The 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
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
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 Screening
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.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
This position is for a Research Assistant “Gap Year” laboratory team member to participate in research in lung disease.Assists with various aspects of the research process in a laboratory setting under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel in order to gain experience to further future career opportunities. Guided activities may include literature review and initial research to identify experimental opportunities, experimental design, execution of experiments and troubleshooting, collection and analysis of data, and/or communication/presentation of results. This role is well-suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory personnel.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the PI or lab members, performs projects, experiments, data collection, and data analysis.
- Designs experiments under guidance of PI or senior lab members.
- Performs data entry and maintains lab notebook.
- Receives mentorship for activities related to career goals and objectives (i.e., PhD or MD programs).
- Under supervision, drafts materials for manuscripts, presentations, and/or posters. May present results as directed by PI.
- Reviews literature related to relevant research.
- Learns lab functions helpful in running a lab (e.g., purchasing, explaining protocols to other lab members).
- Assists in developing procedures and guidelines for the lab.
- Assists with general lab upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning. Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/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.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
- Lab equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
This position is time-limited up to no more than 3 years.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Experience in assessing gene and protein expression is desirable as well as experience working with mice.
- Skills with record keeping, data analysis and work with a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, Laboratory Instrumentation, Research Labs, Software ProgramGrade
R06-HSalary Range
$16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly The 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
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
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 Screening
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.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Piedmont Healthcare13
- Washington University in St. Louis7
- SSM Health5
- CommonSpirit Health5
- University of Miami5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services24
- Education17
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Insurance1
- Investment & Asset Management1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pulmonary and critical care physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of accredited pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship
- ABIM board certification or active board eligibility in pulmonary disease and critical care medicine
- Current unrestricted state medical license or eligibility to obtain one
- Proficiency in bronchoscopy, mechanical ventilation management, and bedside procedures
- Experience with electronic health record systems used in inpatient and outpatient settings
- ACLS and BLS certification maintained and current
Tips for Your Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Job Search
Tailor your CV to procedure volume
Pulmonary and critical care hiring committees want to see case numbers for bronchoscopies, thoracenteses, and intubations. List your annual procedure volume explicitly rather than burying it in a general clinical duties summary.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pulmonary and critical care physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Distinguish your pulmonary from ICU focus
Many programs weight one subspecialty more heavily than the other. Read each job description carefully and lead your cover letter with whichever blend, outpatient pulmonary clinic versus closed MICU model, matches what they are recruiting for.
Secure board certification before applying
Most hospital systems require ABIM board certification in both pulmonary disease and critical care medicine before credentialing. Confirm your exam dates are scheduled and note expected certification timelines in your application if boards are pending.
Prepare for a multi-stage interview format
Expect a clinical interview, a separate meeting with hospital administration, and a divisional grand rounds or case presentation. Practice presenting a complex ventilator management case clearly to a mixed audience of clinicians and non-clinicians.
Negotiate call burden alongside base compensation
Call schedule structure, in-house nights versus home call, affects quality of life as much as compensation. Ask explicitly about average call frequency per month and how intensivist coverage is split between pulmonary attendings and dedicated critical care faculty.
Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pulmonary and critical care physicians?
Piedmont Healthcare, Washington University in St. Louis, and SSM Health are hiring the most pulmonary and critical care physicians right now, with openings concentrated in Georgia, Florida, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and large regional health systems account for the majority of active searches.
How many pulmonary and critical care physician jobs are remote?
About 33% of pulmonary and critical care physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most critical care and procedural pulmonary work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telemedicine components include outpatient pulmonary follow-up visits, sleep medicine consultations, and second-opinion interpretation of pulmonary function testing results.
How do you become a pulmonary and critical care physician?
You complete medical school, then an internal medicine residency, then a combined pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship accredited by the ACGME. Fellowship typically follows residency and covers both outpatient pulmonary disease management and inpatient intensive care. After training, you sit for ABIM board exams in both pulmonary disease and critical care medicine to become fully certified.
How do you get hired as a pulmonary and critical care physician with limited attending experience?
Programs hiring new attendings evaluate fellowship training breadth over years in practice. Highlight any additional exposure you had during fellowship, such as a research year, procedural electives, or rotations at high-volume trauma centers. A well-documented procedure log and strong fellowship director letters carry significant weight when your attending experience is limited to your first year or two.
What does the pulmonary and critical care physician interview process look like?
Most programs structure the interview across at least two days, beginning with individual meetings with division chiefs, section leaders, and department chairs. You will typically present clinical or research work to the division, tour ICU and pulmonary clinic facilities, and meet with hospital credentialing or medical staff leadership. A follow-up call or offer letter generally follows within a few weeks of your visit.
Where can I find and apply to pulmonary and critical care physician jobs?
You can find and apply to pulmonary and critical care physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from health systems, academic centers, and community hospitals across the United States. Find roles that match your specialty focus and practice setting, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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