Post-Doctoral Fellow - Dept. of Human and Molecular Genetics

Mote Marine Laboratory; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A postdoctoral fellow position is open at a leading research institution in Virginia. This role focuses on investigating inflammation and immune responses in cancer, requiring a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in relevant fields. Ideal candidates will bring strong laboratory skills and a commitment to diversity in research.

Qualifications

• Highly-motivated candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in immunology.
• Strong laboratory, analytical, interpersonal, and independent working skills.
• Experience with mouse modeling/handling and flow cytometry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study the role of innate pattern recognition receptors in inflammation and cancer immunity.
• Conduct research related to immunotherapy.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Education

Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D in immunology, molecular and cellular biology

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Position Description:

A postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Xiang-Yang Wang in the Department of Human and Molecular Genetics and the VCU Institute of Molecular Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine. The focus of this position will be to study the role of innate pattern recognition receptors and stress proteins/response in inflammation, cancer immunity and immunotherapy.

Required Qualifications:

Highly-motivated candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D in immunology, molecular and cellular biology, or a closely related field are appropriate to apply. Applicants should possess strong laboratory, analytical, interpersonal, and independent working skills. SOM requires demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion or a commitment to do so as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with previous experience with mouse modeling/handling and flow cytometry are highly desirable.

This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual!

ORP Eligible: Yes