Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

Fiscal Year  Position Title Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate Department Microbiology and Immunology Posting Number R260040 Posting Link https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade

E.89

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the lab of Dr. Yolanda Huang within the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. Our overarching research goal is to advance our understanding of the gut microbiota at the molecular level. We study microbial functions important for bacteria to colonize and survive in the gut habitat. Potential projects include studying carbon metabolic pathways and genetic determinants underlying bacteria-phage interactions in Bacteroidales.

We are a new lab looking to grow with funding from foundation and NIH. Research projects leverage cutting-edge techniques, including DNA barcoding, sequencing techniques, and high-throughput functional genomics.

Responsibilities will include leading research projects, developing new protocols, mentoring others in the lab, presenting research outcomes, and publishing. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field, and have demonstrated research productivity. The lab is committed to the success of all members and provides mentorship and opportunities for research and career development.

Expertise in any of the following areas is an asset: microbiology of anaerobes and phages, assay development, functional genomics, generation and analysis of sequencing data,
-omics techniques, bioinformatics, biochemistry, and analytical chemistry (HPLC, LC-MS).

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

* PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

* Expertise in one or more of the following: isolation/cultivation of anaerobes and/or phages, anaerobic techniques, functional genomics, sequencing, high-throughput assay development, biochemistry, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry (LC-MS, HPLC), and microbial genetics

* Ability to analyze, publish, and present research data

* Self-motivation, ability to work independently and collaborative within a team, time-management and organizational skills, strong communication skills

Physical Demands Salary Range $55,000 - $65,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus Downtown Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Yolanda Huang Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Assistant Professor Contact's Email yyh Contact's Phone

Posting Dates

Posted 03/06/2026 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled

References

Number of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant