Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-1 Persistence and Cure

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

Job summary

The Romerio Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD invites applications for a NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellow position focusing on HIV-1 persistence and cure strategies. The candidate will study molecular mechanisms of viral persistence and contribute to translational efforts aimed at eradicating HIV-1 reservoirs.

We seek a highly motivated scientist with strong background in molecular biology and virology, experienced with lentiviral vectors, and capable of independent but

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in virology or related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in molecular biology and virology.
• Proven experience with production and use of lentiviral vectors.
• Strong record of experimental research and scientific communication.

Responsibilities

• Investigate molecular mechanisms of HIV-1 persistence and latency.
• Develop strategies toward an HIV-1 cure through translational research.
• Collaborate with lab team to design and execute experiments.

Skills

Molecular biology

Virology

Lentiviral vector production

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree

Tools

Lentiviral vectors

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-1 Persistence and Cure

Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Salary: Annually

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

An NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellow position is immediately available in the Romerio Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying HIV-1 persistence and to develop innovative strategies toward an HIV-1 cure.

Our research focuses on how viral and host factors enable HIV-1 to persist despite antiretroviral therapy, with particular emphasis on the RNA and protein products of the HIV-1 antisense gene asp. The lab investigates basic molecular mechanisms of viral persistence and pursues translational applications of our findings.

We are seeking a scientist with demonstrated expertise in molecular biology and virology. Experience with HIV-1, viral latency, gene regulation, and lentiviral vector engineering is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, highly motivated, well‑organized, technically proficient, critically minded, and able to work independently but collaboratively with others. They should be excited by challenging biological questions and translational research aimed at developing new strategies to achieve an HIV-1 cure.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in virology, molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or a related field
• Demonstrated research experience in molecular biology and virology
• Proven experience with the production and use of lentiviral vectors
• Strong record of experimental research and scientific communication

Preferred:

• Experience with HIV-1 or other retroviruses
• Experience studying viral latency, persistence, or reservoir biology
• Expertise in molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, gene expression analysis, and/or viral vector engineering
• A strong interest in translational research and HIV-1 cure strategies

Applications

Email a CV, a brief statement describing your research experience and interests, and contact information for three references to: [e-mail].