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Scripps Research · 5 months ago

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - T. LIU LAB - Immunology and Microbiology

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad
money$70K/yr - $75K/yr

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute renowned for its impact on innovation and scientific discovery. The laboratory of Dr. Tiantian Liu is seeking two Postdoctoral Associate researchers to study the biology of Antigen-Presenting Cells and their role in T cell-mediated immunity in various disease contexts.

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Responsibilities

Join a well-funded new lab studying the biology of a group of specialized immune cells, called Antigen-Presenting Cells
Study the gene regulatory networks governing Antigen-Presenting Cell development
Develop genetically engineered mouse models to reveal the overlapping and unique functions of each Antigen-Presenting Cell subset
Investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms of Antigen-Presenting Cell in regulating T cell-mediated immunity in the context of infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and cancer

Qualification

PhD in immunologyVivo mouse modelsHigh dimensional flow cytometrySingle-cell genomics analysisWritten communicationOral communicationCollaborative workCritical thinking

Required

PhD in immunology, developmental cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, or similar is required
The ideal candidate should have a passion for science and be highly motivated
Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work collaboratively
Outstanding critical thinking

Preferred

Substantial experience with in vivo mouse models and high dimensional flow cytometry is a plus
Experience with analysis of single-cell genomics datasets (scRNA/ATAC-seq) is a plus

Benefits

Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
Free, on-site parking.
Pet Insurance

Company

Scripps Research

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Scripps Research is a leader in the discovery and application of biomedical breakthroughs that improve human health.
dateFounded in 1993
location
La Jolla, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.scripps.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

Scripps Research has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$71.2M
Key Investors
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney DiseasesThe Conrad Prebys FoundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2025-10-08Grant· $3.2M
2025-05-28Grant· $1M
2022-05-18Grant· $67M

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Ed Ramos
Director of Digital Clinical Trials, Co-founder Digital Trials Center
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Caroline M.
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