Postdoctoral Virology Researcher - Virus-Host Interactions

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbiology to advance research on virus-host interactions, supporting antiviral development. The role involves multi-omics analyses, proteomics and transcriptomics, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

The candidate will work in a dynamic lab with BSL-2/BSL-3 practices, contributing to high-impact publications and presenting findings at conferences. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Virology, Immunology, Microbiology, or a related field is required.
• MD or PhD is required.
• Experience with virology and viral culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-omics analyses to characterize virus-host interactions.
• Perform virological assays under BSL-2 and BSL-3 conditions.
• Collaborate with teams to map virus-host interactions and support antiviral discovery.
• Prepare and publish findings in scientific journals and present at conferences.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Viral culture experience

Education

PhD in Virology, Immunology, Microbiology, or related field

MD or PhD

Tools

Proteomics

Transcriptomics

BSL-2/BSL-3 practices

Job description

Mount Sinai is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbiology to advance research on virus-host interactions, supporting antiviral development. The role involves multi-omics analyses, proteomics and transcriptomics, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

The candidate will work in a dynamic lab with BSL-2/BSL-3 practices, contributing to high-impact publications and presenting findings at conferences. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.