Post Doctoral Fellow

University of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health seeks a Post Doctoral Fellow to advance malaria immunology research in the Tran Lab.

The role focuses on developing human endothelial cell models, 2D/3D assays, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has a PhD in relevant field and a strong record in endothelial cell culture and advanced imaging.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with human endothelial cell culture.
• Strong experience with fluorescence and/or confocal microscopy.
• Publication record reflecting substantive endothelial cell culture work.
• Evidence of independent scientific writing and development of original ideas during graduate training or previous position.

Responsibilities

• Develop human endothelial cell models for studying IgG recycling, catabolism, and transcytosis in malaria immunology.
• Create and optimize 2D and 3D endothelial-based assays to evaluate modifiers of IgG handling.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; maintain accurate lab records.
• Prepare manuscripts, figures, and grant applications; contribute to presentations.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams; mentor students and technicians.
• Participate in meetings and scientific seminars; ensure biosafety compliance.

Skills

Immunology

Cell Biology

Molecular Biology

Endothelial cell culture

Fluorescence microscopy

Publication record

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology

Tools

Flow cytometry

Single-cell analysis

R

Python

Quantitative imaging

Job description

Job Description - Post Doctoral Fellow (260000Y7)

Job Description

Post Doctoral Fellow - ( 260000Y7 )

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Center forVaccineDevelopment and Global Health (CVD) brings together more than four decades of innovative and life‑saving research on vaccines and infectious diseases. The Tran Lab is seeking a motivatedPostdoctoral Fellow.

Primary Duties

Develop human endothelial cell models for studying IgG recycling, catabolism, and transcytosis in the context of malaria immunology.

Develop and optimize2D and 3D endothelial‑based assaysto evaluate molecular modifiers of IgG handling and to investigate mechanisms that influence antibody persistence and transport.

Analyze and interpret experimental data and maintain accurate laboratory records.

Prepare manuscripts, figures, presentations, and contribute to grant applications.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within the laboratory and with external collaborators.

Mentor graduate students, research technicians, and junior trainees when appropriate.

Participate in laboratory meetings, project discussions, and scientific presentations.

Maintain compliance with institutional biosafety, animal care, and research regulations.

Qualifications

PhD inImmunology, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.

Demonstrated experience withhuman endothelial cell culture.

Strong experience withfluorescence and/or confocal microscopy.

Publication record reflecting substantive endothelial cell culture work.

Evidence of independent scientific writing and development of original ideas during graduate training or previous position.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience inflow cytometry, single‑cell analysis, quantitative imaging, and routine use of R or Python for data analysis and visualizationwill be especially competitive.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, scientific independence, and an interest in developing rigorous experimental systems within a collaborative malaria immunology research environment.

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