We are looking for a highly motivated and well-trained individual who is interested in performing infectious diseases and immunology research in a highly collaborative and collegial environment using a range of molecular biology, sequencing and immunologic techniques. Some work will occur in high and maximum containment (BSL-3 and BSL-4) laboratory space at the NEIDL. Training to work safely with viruses in this environment will be provided. The candidate will be expected to work with cell/tissue samples obtained from human and animal model sources, design and run experiments independently and collaboratively, maintain and organize data, participate in general laboratory tasks and to maintain a safe laboratory working environment. The candidate will participate in manuscript and grant writing and will be expected to present at laboratory/departmental meetings and will have the opportunity to present their research at external meetings.
Established experience in the following areas is desirable: (1) yeast and mammalian culture, (2) single cell PCR, (3) flow cytometry and cell sorting, (4) advanced techniques in immunology and molecular biology, (5) virus culture/purification and assays and (6) protein purification. Candidates must be able to pass health and security checks to permit work in BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories with select agents.