Postdoctoral Scholar - Walsh Lab

Job Summary

A postdoctoral position is available on an NIH funded research project aimed at understanding how poxviruses control innate immunity and viral pathogenesis through mTOR dysregulation in the laboratory of Dr. Derek Walsh. Dr. Walsh is a Professor at the Department of Microbiology–Immunology, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, located in the heart of downtown Chicago beside Lake Michigan and the “Magnificent Mile”.

Our work employs cutting edge techniques that include genomic, proteomic and metabolic approaches, cryo-EM, super‑resolution and multi‑color live cell imaging, as well as automated and Deep Learning‑based image analysis.

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Interested applicants should submit a complete CV that includes a brief description of their research experience and the name and contact details for three referees to Derek.walsh. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

• Conduct independent research and analyze results
• Publish manuscripts in peer‑reviewed journals
• Mentor graduate students and technicians
• Assist in grant writing
• Maintain compliance and established safety protocols in the lab

• PhD or Equivalent
• Experience in basic molecular biology and tissue culture techniques

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide a meaningful and competitive benefits package. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre‑tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.

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