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Associate Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Associate in Computational Immunology

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Yale University: School of Medicine: Pathology

Location

Department of Pathology, YSM

Open Date

Sep 01, 2026

Deadline

Sep 01, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Kleinstein and Yaari labs at Yale School of Medicine are seeking a highly motivated researcher to develop computational methods for multiomic immune profiling, with an emphasis on adaptive immune receptor repertoire sequencing (AIRR-seq). The position can be Associate Research Scientist (research rank faculty) or Postdoctoral Associate, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will develop statistical and machine-learning approaches for integrating AIRR-seq with single-cell RNA-seq, paired BCR/TCR data, genomics, immune phenotyping, germline variation, and clinical or experimental metadata. Potential projects include genotype-aware repertoire analysis, modeling clonal expansion and public/private receptor sharing, scalable software development, and applications to vaccination, infection, autoimmunity, and population-scale immune variation.

The project will be jointly mentored by Steven Kleinstein and Gur Yaari, combining expertise in computational immunology, AIRR-seq software development, immunogenomics, antibody repertoire analysis, germline variation, and statistical modeling. The successful candidate will join a collaborative environment focused on developing rigorous, interpretable methods that address important biological questions.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have strong quantitative and programming skills. Experience with AIRR-seq, BCR/TCR repertoire analysis, single-cell genomics, multiomic integration, statistical modeling, or machine learning is desirable but not required. Candidates from computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, physics, bioengineering, immunology, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

The position offers opportunities to publish methodological and biological studies, develop open-source software, collaborate with leading immunology and computational biology groups, and contribute to widely used community resources for immune repertoire analysis.

Application Instructions

All application materials should be uploaded through interfolio, at apply.interfolio.com/192754. These include a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for references. Specific inquiries may be directed to:

Steven Kleinstein: Steven.Kleinstein@yale.edu
Gur Yaari: Gur.Yaari@yale.edu

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Additionally, in accordance with this Policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions; race; color; national or ethnic origin; religion; age; disability; protected veteran status, or other protected classes as set forth in federal and Connecticut law.

Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires

The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.

Job details

Title
Associate Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Associate in Computational Immunology
Employer
Yale University
Location
Department of Pathology, YSM
Published
Sep 3, 2026
Closes:
Nov 2, 2026
Job type
Full time, Academic / Faculty, Medicine
Field
Immunology

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for this computational immunology position?

Applicants should have strong quantitative and programming skills. The position is open to candidates from computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, physics, bioengineering, immunology, or related fields. Experience with AIRR-seq, BCR/TCR repertoire analysis, single-cell genomics, multiomic integration, statistical modeling, or machine learning is desirable but not required. Review postdoctoral positions for additional expectations.

🧬Is prior AIRR-seq or BCR/TCR repertoire experience mandatory?

No, prior AIRR-seq or BCR/TCR repertoire analysis experience is desirable but not required. The labs value quantitative rigor and programming ability, and welcome candidates from fields such as statistics, physics, computer science, and bioengineering. If you are strong in statistical modeling or machine learning, you can learn domain-specific immunogenomics methods on the job. See postdoctoral researcher job expectations for context.

📊What is the difference between the Associate Research Scientist and Postdoctoral Associate tracks?

The Associate Research Scientist is a research rank faculty position, while the Postdoctoral Associate is a mentored training role. Placement depends on experience and career stage. Both tracks offer opportunities to publish methodological and biological studies, develop open-source software, and collaborate with leading computational immunology groups. Learn more about postdoctoral positions and what a postdoctoral research fellow does.

📝How do I apply and what materials are required?

Applications must be submitted through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/192754. Required materials include a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for references. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can send confidential letters of recommendation free of charge. For preparation tips, review how to write a winning academic CV. Direct inquiries to Steven Kleinstein or Gur Yaari.

✈️Does this Yale computational immunology position offer visa sponsorship?

The posting does not explicitly state visa sponsorship details. International applicants should contact the labs directly at Steven.Kleinstein@yale.edu or Gur.Yaari@yale.edu to confirm visa sponsorship and eligibility before applying. Yale University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected classes under federal and Connecticut law. Browse postdoctoral jobs for more opportunities.

🔬What research areas and projects will I work on?

Research focuses on developing computational methods for multiomic immune profiling with emphasis on adaptive immune receptor repertoire sequencing (AIRR-seq). Potential projects include genotype-aware repertoire analysis, modeling clonal expansion and public/private receptor sharing, scalable software development, and applications to vaccination, infection, autoimmunity, and population-scale immune variation. You will also integrate AIRR-seq with single-cell RNA-seq, paired BCR/TCR data, genomics, immune phenotyping, and germline variation. Explore related research jobs.

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