Lead Postdoc: Microbial Pathogenesis & Host Signaling

Asmcareerconnections; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California Santa Cruz invites highly motivated applicants for an NIH-funded Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Auerbuch Stone lab. The project investigates how bacterial pathogens sense host signals to regulate virulence and infection outcomes, with emphasis on iron and oxygen cues using animal models.

The successful candidate will lead independent projects, pursue first-author publications, and mentor trainees.

Qualifications

• Recent Ph.D. graduates with expertise in microbiology, bacterial genetics, and molecular biology.
• Experience using animal models.
• Strong potential for independent research and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead first-authored publications.
• Develop independent research directions and grants.
• Mentor trainees and collaborate with UC Santa Cruz investigators.
• Support fellowship applications and career development.

Skills

Microbiology

Bacterial genetics

Molecular biology

Animal models

Education

Ph.D. in a related field

Job description

University of California Santa Cruz invites highly motivated applicants for an NIH-funded Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Auerbuch Stone lab. The project investigates how bacterial pathogens sense host signals to regulate virulence and infection outcomes, with emphasis on iron and oxygen cues using animal models.

The successful candidate will lead independent projects, pursue first-author publications, and mentor trainees.