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Post Doctoral Associate
Job Number: 2021-38428
Category: Post Doc
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Molecular Medicine - W400900
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Code: Non Union Position-W63-Residents/Post Docs
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: March 10, 2023

A postdoctoral associate position is available in the Luzuriaga Lab for a highly motivated candidate with a PhD in immunology, virology, molecular biology, or a related discipline. The Luzuriaga Lab is embedded in the vibrant research environment of the Program in Molecular Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School and is highly collaborative with other labs within and external to UMass Chan.

The selected candidate will apply a combination of immunological assays to identify immune correlates of viral control or immune pathology over the course of primary EBV infection into convalescence, with the goal of informing and advancing EBV vaccine development.

This project provides an excellent opportunity to learn and further develop a variety of techniques. The selected candidate will work independently to design and execute experiments. Results of this project will be presented at seminars and scientific meetings, which may involve travel. The post-doctoral fellow will also prepare and submit manuscripts, and may assist with grant preparation.

Qualifications: Education, experience and skills required for consideration:

  • PhD. in immunology, virology or related disciplines
  • Strong work ethic, highly motivated to apply skills towards solving biological problems
  • Excellent analytical skills and independent judgement
  • Highly collegial; works well independently and as a team member
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with precision and tact
  • Meticulous recordkeeping, proficiency with databases
  • Experienced in assays to measure and characterize virus-specific T cells, highly preferred
  • Experience with bead-based or flow cytometric cell separation techniques highly preferred
  • Experience with bioinformatics and sequence analysis pipelines highly preferred

To Apply:

Applicants should submit the following materials by email to Cathy.Benoit@umassmed.edu : A letter describing past and current research and your specific interest in this position, a CV(including publications), and contact information for three references, one of which should be your Ph.D. advisor.

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Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

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