Postdoc: Viral Immunology & Respiratory Immunopathogenesis

University of Iowa - Microbiology and Immunology; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine's Manicassamy Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Viral Immunology and Respiratory Virus Pathogenesis. The project aims to define cellular and molecular determinants of cytokine storms and immunopathology during influenza and related infections.

The successful candidate will employ viral immunology, mouse models, flow cytometry, and genomics approaches to dissect protective versus pathogenic immune responses, under Balaji

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in virology/immunology or related field.
• Strong background in viral immunology and flow cytometry.
• Experience with respiratory viruses and genomics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investigate viral and host determinants of immunopathology in respiratory infections.
• Apply mouse models, cellular immunology, and sequencing approaches.
• Collaborate with the lab team to define mechanisms of protective vs. pathological responses.

Skills

Viral immunology

Cellular immunology

Flow cytometry

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

Multicolor flow cytometry

Next-generation sequencing

Job description

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine's Manicassamy Laboratory invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Viral Immunology and Respiratory Virus Pathogenesis. The project aims to define cellular and molecular determinants of cytokine storms and immunopathology during influenza and related infections.

The successful candidate will employ viral immunology, mouse models, flow cytometry, and genomics approaches to dissect protective versus pathogenic immune responses, under Balaji