Post-Doctoral Associate
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Immunology Research, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Data Scientist
Job Title
The candidate will join NIH-funded research focused on understanding immune responses to viral pathogens in support of vaccine and immunotherapeutics development.
Projects may involve a variety of experimental approaches, including structural characterization of antibody-antigen interactions using cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) and/or X-ray crystallography, immunological profiling of antibody responses following natural infection and vaccination, and structure-function studies investigating mechanisms of viral entry.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a PhD in biophysics, biochemistry, structural biology, or a closely related discipline. Preferences:
Prior experience in structural biology, immunology, and/or virology is preferred but not required.
Required Application Materials:
- Cover letter
- CV
- List of references (minimum of
3)
Best Consideration Date: 03/11/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Salary Range: $62,232- $75,000
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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