Post Doctoral Fellow (Microbiology and Immunology)

Emory • Atlanta, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Microbiology and Immunology at the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University in Atlanta, GA is currently seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow to join the laboratory of Dr. Vijayakumar Velu. Our work consists of an outstanding record of productive research in areas of high relevance to HIV, including vaccination therapy, pathogenesis, and mucosal immunology, using HIV-infected human cohorts and nonhuman primate models such as rhesus macaques. In addition, the lab studies immune responses in human papillomavirus-related cervical and anal cancer in people living with HIV. These efforts focus on the immunologic underpinnings of HPV infection in this population and their associations with the microbiome, periodontal disease, highgrade squamous intraepithelial lesions and social determinants linked to lesions most likely to progress to cancer. The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail oriented, have a positive attitude, and passion for research. The Post Doctoral Fellow will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Post Doctoral Fellow will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PIs, research staff, students, and other support services. Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with laboratory research experience who is familiar with viral immunology, Diagnostics and immune profiling bio marker arrays this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community. Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu .

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Life Sciences.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career.
• The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc.
• Designs and evaluates experiments.
• Develops new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• May be responsible for operation of specific equipment.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff.
• Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee.
• The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available.
• Appointments cannot exceed five years.

What This Job Offers

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