Research Scientist, RNA Virology & Systems Bioengineering

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Virginia seeks a Research Assistant Professor to work in the Janes laboratory within the Biomedical Engineering program. The role focuses on experimental testing and validation of subcellular models of RNA virus infections, aiming to elucidate virus entry, replication, and release in human cells.

The candidate will integrate computational and experimental approaches, interact with graduate students, and contribute to grant writing and publishing efforts.

Formación

• Ph.D. in Molecular Virology with deep understanding of RNA virus infection mechanisms in human cells.
• Experience leading collaborative, multi-investigator projects.
• Strong publication record and grant reporting experience.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct experimental testing and validation of subcellular RNA virus infection models.
• Integrate computational and experimental methods to predict infectivity and antiviral responses.
• Mentor and train students; write grants and publish results.
• Collaborate with researchers across disciplines to advance cancer and virology research.

Conocimientos

Publication record

Grant writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Educación

Ph.D. in Molecular Virology

Herramientas

FLIM

FRET

Confocal microscopy

RNA isolation

Descripción del empleo

University of Virginia seeks a Research Assistant Professor to work in the Janes laboratory within the Biomedical Engineering program. The role focuses on experimental testing and validation of subcellular models of RNA virus infections, aiming to elucidate virus entry, replication, and release in human cells.

The candidate will integrate computational and experimental approaches, interact with graduate students, and contribute to grant writing and publishing efforts.