Postdoctoral Fellow, Infectious Diseases & Host-Microbe Interactions, Tan Lab

Genentech • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

The postdoctoral research fellow will study bacteria-host interactions within the Infectious Diseases and Host-Microbe Interactions group at Genentech. The role focuses on understanding how bacterial factors, outer membrane vesicles, or biofilms interact with host immunity to establish persistent colonization or infection. The successful candidate will lead a research project investigating these interactions at the molecular level, collaborating with a diverse team of scientists.

Requirements

• Recent PhD in microbiology, immunology, innate immunity, mammalian cell biology, or microbe-host interactions.
• Direct experience in applying basic laboratory techniques related to microbiology and immunology.
• Experience with culturing and genetic manipulation of microbiota, immune cells, organoids, imaging, and microscopy techniques.

Nice To Haves

• A record of innovative scientific accomplishments, evidenced by first author publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Initiate a research project to investigate interactions between commensal bacteria and/or pathogens and the host intestinal or respiratory mucosa.
• Elucidate the mechanisms by which bacterial factors interact with host mucosal or barrier immunity.
• Collaborate with microbiologists, immunologists, cell biologists, and bioinformaticians to advance research objectives.
• Publish findings in top-tier journals and present research at seminars and conferences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $92,500 to $98,500 based on experience and qualifications.
• Fully funded research expenses.
• Relocation benefits available.
• Access to world-class seminars and professional development workshops.

What This Job Offers

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