Proteomics Postdoc: Mass Spectrometry & Signaling Dynamics

La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan (403B)

Job summary

The La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) invites applications for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to develop and apply state-of-the-art proteomics technologies to questions in early development and immune function.

The Myers Lab and Laboratory for Immunochemical Circuits emphasize interdisciplinary protein mass spectrometry approaches and collaboration with a diverse, international group in sunny San Diego.

Qualifications

• MD, Ph.D., or equivalent in analytical chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Expertise in high-end mass spectrometry-based proteomics, including sample prep, data acquisition, quantitation and analysis.
• Strong scientific productivity with peer-reviewed publications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for internal and collaborative projects.
• Track record of independent, creative research.
• Curiosity and willingness to explore new approaches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply state-of-the-art proteomics technologies to address fundamental questions in early development and immune function.
• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary, Nil nonprofit research environment at LJI in San Diego.

Skills

Mass spectrometry-based proteomics

Data analysis & interpretation

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Independent research

Curiosity

Education

MD, Ph.D., or equivalent

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Job description

The La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) invites applications for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to develop and apply state-of-the-art proteomics technologies to questions in early development and immune function.

The Myers Lab and Laboratory for Immunochemical Circuits emphasize interdisciplinary protein mass spectrometry approaches and collaboration with a diverse, international group in sunny San Diego.