Description

 

Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Host-Pathogen Interactions: A postdoctoral fellow position funded by the Department of Pediatrics in the laboratory of Amali Samarasinghe, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Pulmonology Division, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, is immediately available for a highly motivated candidate.

Our primary research goal is to determine host-pathogen interactions in during respiratory infections that occur in hosts that have underlying allergic asthma using both mouse model systems and in vitro /ex vivo techniques. The objective of the postdoctoral fellow is to determine the role of eosinophils in allergic asthma during pneumococcal infections. The laboratory is situated in the Children’s Foundation Research Institute of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and offers the advantage of working closely with clinical faculty. 

Qualifications

 

Qualifications

A recent Ph.D. in immunology, virology, or related discipline is required. A strong theoretical knowledge in immunology, especially pertaining to the lung and competency in techniques involved in basic immunology, virology, microbiology, and molecular biology is expected. Willingness to work with mice is required, and prior experience with mouse handling is preferred. Candidates must have at least one first author publication in a peer-reviewed journal and high level of proficiency in written and spoken English. Self-motivated, ambitious candidates able to work in a fast-paced laboratory are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing your research interests and career goals, a CV, and contact information for 3 references as a single PDF to asamaras@uthsc.edu .  

Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and is competitive for postdoctoral fellows. The position includes an excellent benefits package ( http://www.uthsc.edu/postdoc/benefits.php ). Located in Memphis, a dynamic Mid-South city rich in culture, history, diversity, music and cuisine, the  University of Tennessee Health Science Center  is one of the largest, most comprehensive academic health centers in the United States with a solid commitment to postdoctoral training. UTHSC is an  EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/V institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

Job
  Postdoctoral Fellows 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-Memphis 
Organization
  Pediatrics-Research 
Campus/Institute - Memphis 
Schedule
 - Full-time 
Job Posting
  Nov 24, 2020, 11:16:59 AM