Postdoc: RNA Processing in Viral Immunity

The RNA Society; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Karijolich Laboratory at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to study how RNA processing and chemical modifications influence host-virus interactions and innate immune signaling. The role spans design, execution, and collaboration across molecular virology and genomics with emphasis on CLIP-seq, RNA-seq, and related techniques.

The position requires a PhD in a related field and a strong track record of productivity.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, virology/immunology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated research productivity.
• Strong experimental design and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute independent and collaborative research projects.
• Apply biochemical, molecular virology, and genomic approaches (e.g., CLIP-seq, RNA-seq, mass spectrometry, biochemical reconstitution, cell- and animal-based infection models).
• Analyze, interpret, and present data at lab meetings and conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication; maintain rigorous and reproducible research practices.

Skills

RNA biology

Epitranscriptomics

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Molecular biology

Education

PhD in related field

Tools

CLIP-seq

RNA-seq

Mass spectrometry

Biochemical reconstitution

Job description

The Karijolich Laboratory at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to study how RNA processing and chemical modifications influence host-virus interactions and innate immune signaling. The role spans design, execution, and collaboration across molecular virology and genomics with emphasis on CLIP-seq, RNA-seq, and related techniques.

The position requires a PhD in a related field and a strong track record of productivity.