RESEARCHER (Molecular Virology) - (UNI0002M)
Description
General Information
Position available in the laboratory of Dr. Sunnie Thompson at the University of Alabama at Birmingham for researcher interested in molecular virology research related to understanding virus-host interactions. Viruses rely on host proteins and pathways for viral production. Our research focuses understanding these pathways in order to better understand the viral life cycle and identify potential new antiviral targets. We use a number of techniques, such as single cell microscopy, western analysis, cell culture and molecular approaches. Our research studies polyomaviruses, coronaviruses, flaviviruses, and enteroviruses.
General Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision:
- The ideal candidate will perform a wide variety of moderately complex laboratory experiments for publication.
- To collect, enter, present and summarize data.
- To monitor results and report unusual outcomes.
- To observe, think, and be creative about approaching research questions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Salary
Commensurate upon experience.
Qualifications
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a closely related field upon starting the position.
Preferences
- An interest in performing basic science research.
- On the job, training is available, but candidates with prior experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques such as the following, even if exposure is only through laboratory coursework, are preferred.
- Prior experience with:
- Purification of nucleic acids
- Quantitative real-time PCR
- Immunoblotting
- The production of lentivirus
- Sterile tissue culture techniques
- Flow cytometry
Key Skills
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Maintain organized and detailed lab notes
Lab Information
Dr. Sunnie Thompson
Associate Professor
Department of Microbiology
By applying to this "evergreen" posting, you are expressing interest in future positions at UAB. This job ad is a proactive way to share your resume with us. All applications will be reviewed on a timely basis.
Primary Location
: University
Job Category
: Scientific Research
Organization
: 392200000 Microbiology
Employee Status
: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
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