Research Associate, The Beirne B. Carter Immunology Research Center

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Beirne B. Carter Center for Immunology Research (CIC) at the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine seeks a Research Associate to perform sophisticated experimental research in the areas of immune regulation of lung injury, recovery and chronic disease development following infection. The successful candidate will participate in a multiplicity of relevant lab projects and in writing study reports for the study sponsors, papers, and grant applications and is expected to develop research programs as time permits. The incumbent will also be expected to attend and participate in laboratory meetings and CIC-related seminars, as well as work with graduate students, technicians, fellows and collaborators in the laboratories involved in the project.

Requirements

Terminal degree at the time of hire in Immunology, Virology, Lung Biology or a related field.
PhD obtained within the past 3 years.
Received or will receive terminal degree between 2023 and 2026.

Nice To Haves

Experience in molecular biology, microscopy, cellular immunology, T cell biology, lung biology, murine models of disease, and human samples is preferred.

Responsibilities

Full-time research and/or scholarship at the University
Preparatory for a full-time academic or research career
Supervised by a senior scholar; and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship
Strong time management and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Assist with maintenance and upkeep of laboratory, as applicable
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
The candidate should be highly motivated to develop new research avenues; and should have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Intensive experience in small animal procedures, flow cytometry, molecular biology and immune cell purification and culture, etc.
Experience in molecular biology, microscopy, cellular immunology, T cell biology, lung biology, murine models of disease, and human samples is preferred.