UNIV - Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Medicine: Division of Infectious Diseases

Job Description Summary

The Meissner Research Lab in the Division of Infectious Diseases and Department of Medicine at MUSC is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to join our laboratory. This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have recently obtained (within the past 3 years) or are about to obtain a Ph.D. in immunology, protein biochemistry, virology, or related fields to learn new skills and concepts, to apply their existing experience in new research topics, and to contribute to discoveries in the field of innate immunity and viral pathogenesis.

The Meissner lab endeavors to understand the mechanisms of lambda interferon signaling through the lambda interferon receptor 1 (IFNLR1) with an aim towards identifying new ways to manipulate this pathway for the treatment of viral infections. The lab utilizes a variety of in vitro cell culture models including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) that can differentiated to various cell types, organoids derived from iPSCs or primary human tissue biopsies, and viral replication models (HBV, RSV, VSV).

Studies utilize complementary molecular biology techniques and protein and cellular assays. Recent endeavors include targeted molecular and genetic approaches to manipulate gene and RNA expression.

The ideal candidate for this position is an organized, detail-oriented, and intrinsically motivated person with expertise and interest in the field of innate immunity, virology, and receptor biology. They will be able to learn new research skills, apply existing skills to new research topics, provide experimental assistance, contribute to the development and writing of research grants, contribute to research manuscripts and work well within a team.

Prior experience in RNA biology, molecular biology and a demonstrated track record of publications and/or preprints is preferred. Familiarity with therapeutic oligonucleotide design and validation is desired. Experience with computational and statistical methods in programming languages is desired but not required. Training will be provided by the PI (Dr. Eric Meissner) and by the laboratory’s staff scientist (Dr. Laura Novotny) on all aspects of the job description.

This person will be part of a growing, dynamic research laboratory and will take ownership in laying the groundwork for the best lab practices and working environment for future lab members. This position is available to be filled immediately.

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Employee

Regular

CC000972 COM DOM Infectious Diseases CC

Hourly

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• 35% - Collaborate with the PI to execute experiments for independent research projects. Maintain cell and organoid cultures. Perform cell-based assays, treatments, genetic manipulations and other experimental procedures. Perform cellular and molecular biological techniques and protein assays. Develop experimental protocols and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• 35% - Accurately document experimental procedures and data in electronic notebook. Analyze data and statistically evaluate experimental datasets using appropriate software. Interpret findings in the context of existing scientific literature and integrate results to develop/test hypotheses.
• 25% - Grant Writing:
  The ideal candidate will be expected to apply for intra- and extramural funding at all stages of their career and assist in writing grants with the PI for laboratory funding.
• 5% - Participate in professional development opportunities by attending seminars and career-related activities. Participate in weekly laboratory meetings. Draft manuscripts for…