Postdoctoral Research Fellow

We invite applicants for a postdoctoral fellow position in the von Andrian laboratory in the Department of Immunology at Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. The work of the von Andrian lab is focused on the molecular mechanisms of immune cell migration and homing in lymphoid and non-lymphoid tissues using intravital microscopy techniques. We welcome applications from recent PhD graduates who are interested in this or a related field, particularly those who may bring a new technology or perspective to bear on the work in the lab.

The successful candidate will work with Dr. von Andrian to develop an independent research project within the scope of the lab’s research. In addition to carrying out research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment.

Please include with your application:

• CV
• Research summary of PhD work
• Cover letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab.
• Names and contact information for at least three people who have agreed to serve as a reference.

PhD and/or MD in an area such as immunology, cell biology, genetics, neurobiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, medicine, or related fields

Prior experience working with animals, high resolution imaging, or computational biology are considered a plus.

If visa sponsorship is needed, Harvard retains the discretion to determine which visa status is appropriate and whether a visa sponsorship application will ultimately be submitted, including payment of any applicable fees.

Once your application is complete, please email vard.edu to inform them.

Harvard Medical School Department of Immunology

immunology, immune cell trafficking, microscopy

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