What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow - Microbiology and Immunology position at The University of Texas Medical Branch?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately to investigate host immunity, vaccine immunogenicity/safety and the pathogenesis of biosafety level (BSL) 2 & 3 viruses, including arboviruses and respiratory viruses. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and possess a strong publication record in virology and/or immunology. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Prior experience with mouse models is preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
PhD, MD, or DVM in related field with 0 to 3 years of prior Postdoctoral experience.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience using the NIH standard
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Primary Location
United States-Texas-Galveston
Work Locations
1019 - Medical Research Bldg
Job
Training & Education
Organization
UTMB Health
Regular
Shift
Standard
Employee Status
Non-Manager
Job Level
Day Shift
Job Posting
Feb 11, 2026, 3:49:12 PM
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately to investigate host immunity, vaccine immunogenicity/safety and the pathogenesis of biosafety level (BSL) 2 & 3 viruses, including arboviruses and respiratory viruses. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and possess a strong publication record in virology and/or immunology. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Prior experience with mouse models is preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Establishes research objectives and methodology, designs procedures, conducts research projects, analyzes, and interprets results.
- Preparation and publication of manuscripts in peer reviewed journals.
- Ensures proper training of Research staff, and other junior researchers.
- Data and Statistical analysis
- Ability to manage research projects with minimal supervision.
- Writing and presentation skills.
- Problem solving and creativity.
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
PhD, MD, or DVM in related field with 0 to 3 years of prior Postdoctoral experience.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience using the NIH standard
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Primary Location
United States-Texas-Galveston
Work Locations
1019 - Medical Research Bldg
Job
Training & Education
Organization
UTMB Health
Regular
Shift
Standard
Employee Status
Non-Manager
Job Level
Day Shift
Job Posting
Feb 11, 2026, 3:49:12 PM