"Postdoctoral Scholar - Bioengineering"

Position Description

The postdoctoral scholar would research the biomechanics of host-pathogen interactions underlying infectious endocarditis. Oral streptococci are a major cause of infective endocarditis (IE), a life-threatening infection of heart valves. The postdoc would lead an investigation of bacteria-blood cell interactions using flow cytometry, imaging flow cytometry and gene expression analysis with nanostring nCounter(r). The postdoc would also collaborate with investigators performing microfluidics to characterize streptococci-platelet adhesion and the impact of streptococci on various platelet functions, and would have the opportunity to work with colleagues working on animal models of streptococcal sepsis and IE. This project is a multi-PI collaborative project with Paul Sullam (Microbiologist at UCSF) and Jose Lopez (Hematologist at Bloodworks NW).

This is a full-time position with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30), with the possibility for yearly renewal dependent upon performance and continued funding.

The base salary range for this position will be $5,705 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Qualifications

PhD (or other foreign equivalent) at the time of hire in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, or related fields, and 1 or more years of experience in flow cytometry experiments and analysis. Experience in bacterial culture and blood cell isolation is also a plus. Applicants should demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Instructions

Please submit a cover letter, CV, and the names/addresses for three references through Interfolio. With questions, you can contact Dr. Thomas at wendyt@uw.edu. More information about the Thomas Lab can be found at https://sites.bioe.uw.edu/thomaslab.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.