Research Scientist, The Beirne B. Carter Immunology Center jobs in United States
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University of Virginia · 2 months ago

Research Scientist, The Beirne B. Carter Immunology Center

The University of Virginia’s Beirne B. Carter Immunology Center is seeking a Research Scientist to join the Ewald Lab. The role involves conducting research in innate immunology and microbiology, focusing on host-parasite interactions and requiring expertise in molecular and cellular biology.

Higher Education
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Responsibilities

Full-time research and/or scholarship at the University
Preparatory for a full-time academic or research career
Supervised by a senior scholar; and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship
Strong time management and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Assist with maintenance and upkeep of laboratory, as applicable
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Innate immunologyMolecular biologyGenetic manipulationAnimal models of infectionMicrobiologyBiochemistryProtein analysisOmics datasetsAnalytical independenceTime managementCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

Doctoral degree required
Demonstrated experience in innate immunology, microbiology and/or biochemistry
Significant knowledge concerning mechanisms of host-parasite/pathogen interactions and innate immunity
Experience in molecular and cellular biology
Genetic manipulation of host cells and/or pathogens (ideally Toxoplasma or related protozoa)
Protein biochemistry
Animal models of infection
Working with omics datasets
Minimum of 3 years postdoctoral experience
Strong time management and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred

High competency in murine infection and monitoring
Molecular biology techniques
Working with omics data sets
Parasite or microbe culture infection
Genetic manipulation of host and/or microbial cells
Bacterial cultures
Protein analysis (western blot, ELISA etc.)
Imaging techniques
Problem-solving and analytical independence

Benefits

Benefited position

Company

University of Virginia

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The University of Virginia was founded in 1819 as the model for modern universities that has since been emulated all over the world.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Greg Fairchild
Dean and CEO, UVA|Northern Virginia
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Luis Alvarez
President and CEO
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