Postdoc: Vibrio Pathogenesis & Molecular Microbiology

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Lauderdale Courts (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Career development programs

Access to shared facilities

Job summary

The Moreno lab at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study molecular microbiology, host–pathogen interactions and structural biology of pathogenic Vibrio species.

You will design experiments, analyze proteomics data, and lead projects across multiple disciplines while collaborating with microbiologists, structural biologists, computational modelers and chemical biologists. Strong publication record and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or a related discipline.
• Strong foundation in molecular biology, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, or chemical probe development.
• Experience with protein complex analysis, crosslinking chemistry, or integrative modeling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead studies on molecular and ecological drivers of pathogen emergence at the interface of molecular microbiology, host-pathogen interactions and structural biology.
• Design and execute experiments, analyze large-scale proteomic data, and interpret results.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to development of novel projects and proposals.

Job description

The Moreno lab at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study molecular microbiology, host–pathogen interactions and structural biology of pathogenic Vibrio species.

You will design experiments, analyze proteomics data, and lead projects across multiple disciplines while collaborating with microbiologists, structural biologists, computational modelers and chemical biologists. Strong publication record and teamwork are essential.