Post-Doctoral Associate - Infectious Disease
Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Apply for JobJob ID351483
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyAcademic
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9546
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
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This postdoctoral position is available in the new laboratory of
Dr. Alon Herschhorn at the Division of Infectious Diseases and
International Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of
Minnesota. Our research group works on exciting directions to
understand and target HIV-1 host interactions at the molecular and
cellular levels. We use interdisciplinary approaches at the
interface of synthetic and molecular virology, immunology and cell
biology to gain new insights into complex biological processes,
with the aim of translating these insights into novel therapies and
vaccines to treat and prevent viral infections. 70% Research
Primary duties and responsibilities will include, but are not
limited to, studies of virus-host interactions using HIV-1 or
SASR-CoV-2 as a system model. The project involves developing novel
viral immunogens and display systems, analyzing the antibody and
cellular immune response to immunization, and studying HIV-1 and
SASR-CoV-2 interactions with neutralizing and non-neutralizing
antibodies using viral assays. The successful candidate will work
in BSL2 and BSL2+ environment and build and use viral vectors,
express and purify proteins, prepare RNA-based vaccines, test
vaccine efficcay in animal models, and study the interactions of
viruses with the immune system. The work also involves interaction
with other lab member(s), participation in lab meeting, and oversee
the work of undergraduate students. 30% Data analysis,
presentations, and manuscript preparation alysis of experimental
results. The successful candidate will use different computer
programs and statistical tests to analyze the immune response in
animals. Analysis of flow cytometry results will be done using
FlowJo or Cyflogic programs and involves analysis of fluorescence
readouts, live/dead cells discrimination and multi color
compensation. Development of research directions according to the
main project aims and the ongoing experiments Preparation of
figures and manuscripts based on the results Reading literature
related to the research projects and developing collaborations with
other research groups Preparation of data for presentations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: (Must be documented on application
materials)
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the
instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an
online application for the position and attach a cover letter and
resume.Additional documents may be attached after application by
accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents
in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.To request an
accommodation during the application process, please e-mail
employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides
equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance
status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research
universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant,
diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations,
government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive
benefits package including:
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