Post Doc - Open Rank
About The Position
Two postdoctoral research positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Fiachra Humphries, part of the newly established Division of Innate Immunity in the Department of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester, MA. The Humphries Lab is dedicated to elucidating the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underpin innate immune responses with a focus on immunometabolism and cell death, exploring how dysregulation of these pathways contributes to diseases and disorders and developing novel approaches to resolve inflammation and treat human diseases. Our research is supported by 3 NIH awards R01AI201773, R01AI199543, R21AI193655 and generous startup funds from UMass Chan. More information can be found on the lab website https://www.umassmed.edu/humphries-lab
Requirements
- Ph.D. in immunology, or a related biomedical science, obtained within the past two years.
- Strong technical proficiency in immunological methods.
- Demonstrated record of research productivity, including at least one first-author publication.
- Letter describing current research activities and interest in the position.
- CV (including publications).
- Contact information for three references, including Ph.D. supervisor.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with in vivo mouse models.
Responsibilities
- Elucidating the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underpin innate immune responses with a focus on immunometabolism and cell death.
- Exploring how dysregulation of these pathways contributes to diseases and disorders.
- Developing novel approaches to resolve inflammation and treat human diseases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
