Postdoctoral Fellow – Infectious Diseases & Host-Microbe Interactions, Tan Lab
About The Position
Genentech’s Infectious Diseases and Host-Microbe Interactions department is seeking a highly motivated, curious, and driven Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join Dr. Man-Wah Tan’s laboratory. In this role, you will leverage your scientific curiosity, ingenuity and technical expertise to investigate the fundamental mechanisms by which microbial factors, biofilms, and outer membrane vesicles engage with the host mucosal barrier to facilitate chronic infection or stable colonization. This is a unique opportunity to spearhead an independent research project at the intersection of immunology and microbiology, working closely with a world-class, cross-functional team of microbiologists, immunologists, cell biologists, and bioinformaticians. If you are looking to push the boundaries of fundamental science in an industry-leading research environment, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- A recent PhD (or close to completion) in Microbiology, Immunology, Innate Immunity, Myeloid or Epithelial Cell Biology, or a closely related field.
- Hands-on experience applying fundamental laboratory techniques in molecular microbiology, cell biology, or immunology.
- A history of innovative scientific accomplishments, evidenced by one or more first-author papers published or accepted in a well-recognized, peer-reviewed journal.
- A highly collaborative spirit, strong communication skills, and a relentless drive to figure out how things work at the molecular level.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, design, and execute a cutting-edge research project investigating the molecular interactions between commensal bacteria or pathogens and the host intestinal/respiratory mucosa.
- Work side-by-side with a diverse team of scientific experts, leveraging Genentech's vast resources to solve complex biological questions.
- Author high-impact papers for top-tier peer-reviewed journals and present your findings at scientific conferences.
Benefits
- Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
