Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-Persistence and Cure
Listed on 2026-07-23
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biotech Research
Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-1 Persistence and Cure
Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Salary:
Annually
Final date to receive applications:
Aug 31, 2026
An NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellow position is immediately available in the Romerio Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying HIV-1 persistence and to develop innovative strategies toward an HIV-1 cure
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Our research focuses on how viral and host factors enable HIV-1 to persist despite antiretroviral therapy, with particular emphasis on the RNA and protein products of the HIV-1 antisense gene asp. The lab investigates basic molecular mechanisms of viral persistence and pursues translational applications of our findings.
We are seeking a scientist with demonstrated expertise in molecular biology and virology
. Experience with HIV-1, viral latency, gene regulation, and lentiviral vector engineering is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, highly motivated, well‑organized, technically proficient, critically minded, and able to work independently but collaboratively with others. They should be excited by challenging biological questions and translational research aimed at developing new strategies to achieve an HIV-1 cure.
QualificationsRequired:
- Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in virology, molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or a related field
- Demonstrated research experience in molecular biology and virology
- Proven experience with the production and use of lentiviral vectors
- Strong record of experimental research and scientific communication
- Experience with HIV-1 or other retroviruses
- Experience studying viral latency, persistence, or reservoir biology
- Expertise in molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, gene expression analysis, and/or viral vector engineering
- A strong interest in translational research and HIV-1 cure strategies
Email a CV, a brief statement describing your research experience and interests, and contact information for three references to: fromeri
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