Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

A postdoctoral position at the Emory University School of Medicine will work on one or more ongoing NIH-funded projects investigating virus-host factor interactions during enveloped virus entry and egress. Research focuses on entry, uncoating, and trafficking of HIV-1, influenza virus, and arenaviruses, as well as HIV-1 protease activation and maturation. The lab combines molecular, cell biology, and virology approaches with quantitative microscopy—including super-resolution microscopy and correlative light-cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-CLEM)—to study viral life-cycle steps and how host factors restrict viruses.

The fellow helps design and conduct research in a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator. The trainee designs and evaluates experiments, develops ideas to advance current research, and prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the Principal Investigator’s direction. The role may involve operating specific equipment, teaching techniques, and training or supervising research staff. The specific research area is determined by the department and laboratory.

This is a temporary research-trainee appointment. The initial appointment is one year, with renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funding is available. Appointments may not exceed five years.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or equivalent, such as a Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., or DDS, in an appropriate field.
• Excellent scientific writing ability.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
• Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.

Nice To Haves

• Microscopy experience is preferred.
• A Ph.D. in virology, cell biology, biophysics, or a related field is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Help design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator.
• Design and evaluate experiments.
• Develop ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• May operate specific equipment.
• May teach techniques to others and train and supervise research staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree