Postdoctoral Fellow​/Trainee

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department:
Department of Immunology and Microbiology

Job Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow/Trainee

Position #

- Requisition #40576

Job Summary:

This position reports directly to Jenna Guthmiller, Assistant Professor in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology, and is responsible for performing the research summarized below. This position may supervise the work of graduate students and technicians.

This position is for a PhD post-doctoral researcher with experience in molecular virology, cell biology, and innate and adaptive immunology. The Guthmiller Laboratory has projects focused on humoral immunity against influenza viruses, mucosal immune responses, vaccine development, and viral evolution. The proposed training will be conducted at the state-of-the-art University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in beautiful Denver, Colorado.

The project and environment will provide an intensive training experience, numerous opportunities to interact and network with other researchers, and ultimately provide for transition into a successful independent investigator in academia or industry. All of the duties listed below are to achieve this goal in specific categories.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, initiate, and independently conduct research projects related to influenza viruses, humoral and mucosal immunity, vaccine development, and viral evolution.

* Perform laboratory experiments under BSL-2 conditions using molecular biology, virology, immunology, cell culture, recombinant DNA, and animal research techniques.

* Develop research protocols, troubleshoot experimental challenges, interpret findings, and modify experimental approaches as needed.

* Collect, analyze, document, and maintain research data, including detailed laboratory notebooks, databases, and records of experimental results.

* Collaborate with the Principal Investigator, laboratory personnel, and other research partners to advance project objectives.

* Communicate research findings through laboratory presentations, scientific manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications.

* Train and provide guidance to graduate students, technicians, and other laboratory personnel while maintaining University research compliance requirements.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus offers an exciting opportunity to conduct high-impact research in a collaborative, state-of-the-art environment. The Guthmiller Laboratory focuses on timely and innovative areas including influenza viruses, humoral and mucosal immunity, vaccine development, and viral evolution.

This position provides an intensive training experience with opportunities to build technical expertise, collaborate with accomplished researchers, expand professional networks, and prepare for a successful career as an independent investigator in academia or industry.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit:

* Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows | University of Colorado (cu.edu)

* benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

* All requirements of graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D., M.D, D.V.M., or equivalent doctoral level degree in microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field before the starting date for this position. Candidates in the final stages of completing their doctoral level degree are eligible to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Previous research experience in molecular virology, cell biology, and innate or adaptive immunology.

* Experience conducting experiments in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.

* Experience working with laboratory animals, tissue samples, cell cultures, blood samples, or other biological specimens.

* Demonstrated experience with molecular biology techniques, including recombinant DNA methods and gene-expression analysis.

* Experience analyzing scientific data and preparing manuscripts, presentations, or grant-related materials.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Advanced knowledge of virology, immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, or related biomedical research disciplines.

* Ability to independently design, conduct, troubleshoot, and evaluate complex laboratory experiments.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and adjust research methods appropriately.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings and preparing manuscripts, protocols, and grant materials.

* Ability to maintain accurate, organized, and detailed laboratory records and research databases.

* Strong collaboration, training, and interpersonal…