"Post-Doctoral Fellow - Microbiology and Immunology, School of Medicine"

Position Summary

The Denzin lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, VCU School of Medicine, has an opening for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to study novel regulators of the MHC class II antigen processing and presentation pathway. To study these, we utilize in vivo mouse genetics, confocal microscopy, viral-vector based manipulation of genes, cell cultures and state-of-the-art biochemical and molecular approaches. We offer an intellectual, collaborative, and multidisciplinary research environment to support career goals and provide access to modern facilities. Candidates with background knowledge and hands-on experience in immunology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or other relevant fields. Applicants with strong immunological and cell biological knowledge and skills are particularly welcome.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design and perform experiments. Analyze, interpret and discuss experimental data with PI and other members of the lab
• Generate figures and write first drafts of manuscripts
• Help train and mentor junior scientists in the lab

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• Strong research background in immunology, cell biology, biochemistry, and/or mouse models
• Evidence of successful completion of a research project (publications)
• Ability to work independently; interpret, present, and discuss experimental data
• Excellent communications skills
• This will be a minimum one-year appointment, contingent upon satisfactory annual reviews
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at VCU

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or MD/PhD (or equivalent) in biological sciences
• Preferred experience in immunology

This is a restricted position with no set end date. Continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance. ORP Eligible: Yes. VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual! Salary Range: Commensurate with experience starting at $62,232. Position Details: Department: Microbiology and Immunology, Employment Type: PD - Post Doc, Restricted Status: Yes, FTE: 100, Exemption Status: Exempt.