Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Summary:

The Michigan Nanotechnology Institute for Medicine and Biological Sciences (MNIMBS) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to study the immunological mechanisms of adjuvants for the development of improved vaccines. The ideal candidate will have experience in basic cellular and molecular biology/biochemical techniques including mammalian cell culture, qPCR, protein expression and purification, and immunological techniques such as ELISA, and flow cytometry. Prior experience working with mice is highly preferred. Primary responsibilities include assisting in experimental work for ongoing projects, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting results, as well as potentially contributing to manuscript preparation. The candidate will work closely with the principal investigator as well as other laboratory staff in a highly collaborative basic science laboratory. Thus, the successful candidate should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively across multiple diverse concurrent projects. Eventual responsibilities will also involve training and oversight of undergraduate students. Additional responsibilities include reagent preparation and lab maintenance duties such as maintaining lab equipment and ordering supplies to maintain laboratory stocks. We are seeking an enthusiastic applicant that is willing to learn and join our team. Successful candidates will become part of a highly productive and collaborative team of researchers in a modern, interconnected laboratory space. Within the group, there is a strong commitment to mentorship.

Responsibilities:

• Design and perform experiments using immunological techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, RNA isolation, qPCR.
• Perform experimentation with various murine models.
• Perform data analysis/interpretation.
• Develop independent research projects.
• Participate in laboratory meetings.
• Assist fellow laboratory members in the lab that conducts immunological research.
• Maintain and initiate collaborations between other labs.
• Prepare research manuscripts and publications.
• Assist with shared duties for lab maintenance.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• A recent Ph.D. Degree in Immunology, Biochemistry, or related Biomedical field
• In addition to the required qualifications listed in the job summary, candidates must possess a strong working knowledge of Immunology
• Experience working independently with murine (working with mice) models
• Strong publication record
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and attention to detail

Desired Qualifications:

• Background in vaccine development or virology
• Proficiency in designing flow cytometry panels (technique in the lab) and analyzing flow cytometry data
• Previous experience in virology and related techniques
• Experience assisting with grant preparation and interest in applying for independent funding

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,310.00 - $56,853.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ann Arbor, MI 48109: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Immunology: 1 year (Preferred)
• Murine Animal Models: 1 year (Preferred)
• Designing flow cytometry panels: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person