Post Doctoral Associate

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Dr. Glen N. Barer in the Department of Cell Biology is looking to hire a Postdoctoral Associate. This individual will be responsible for performing a wide variety of experiments in a research laboratory studying the innate immune regulator STING and its role in influencing inflammatory disease as well as cancer. Objectives will be to evaluate novel STING-dependent adjuvants for the immunotherapeutic treatment of cancer as well as in new vaccine concepts to prevent infectious diseases and cancer.

The minimum qualifications are as follows:

PhD in Microbiology/ Immunology/Molecular Biology. Strong experience with cell culture, and Molecular Biology techniques such as DNA and RNA purification, cloning, qPCR,

DNA and siRNA transfection protocols. Western Blot, immuno-precipitation, post-translational regulation, cell signaling is required. Strong experience in T-cells assays (CTL), ELISA, cancer models and immunotherapy. Immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry knowledge is required. The incumbent will also be performing in vivo experiments using murine models.

The candidate will need to be able to convey information effectively, to work independently, and to follow verbal and written instructions. Strong analytical skills are required. Individual must possess advanced scientific knowledge and be capable of exercising considerable latitude for independent judgement, perform non-routine and complex laboratory duties requiring advanced technical skills and proficiency for divisional faculty.  Will receive general supervision from the PI of the laboratory. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, certifications, and/or work experience may be considered.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A9