POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE – Liu. T Lab – Immunology and Microbiology

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Liu. T lab at Scripps Research is recruiting for two funded postdoctoral positions in immunology and developmental cell biology. Ongoing projects in the lab span topics in: Functional characterization of dendritic cell heterogeneity in anti-viral/anti-tumor immunity, Characterization of type 2 conventional dendritic cell function in allergy and T H 2 immunity, Transcriptional regulation of dendritic cell lineage specification, and Development of lineage-specific depletion genetically modified mouse models. Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.

Requirements

• PhD in immunology, developmental cell biology, molecular biology or related field.
• A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.
• Strong oral and written communication, data documentation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with in vivo mouse models
• High dimensional flow cytometry

Responsibilities

• Functional characterization of dendritic cell heterogeneity in anti-viral/anti-tumor immunity
• Characterization of type 2 conventional dendritic cell function in allergy and T H 2 immunity
• Transcriptional regulation of dendritic cell lineage specification
• Development of lineage-specific depletion genetically modified mouse models

Benefits

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off - 5 days annually
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees.
• Free, on-site parking.
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

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