Senior Research Investigator; Department of Hematology​/Oncology

Overview

The Shaw-Hahn laboratory at the Perelman School of Medicine is seeking a Senior Research Investigator to lead basic and translational research on global pathogens including HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV). The successful applicant will have extensive experience with RNA viruses and complex biological and immunological systems and with BSL2/3 pathogens.

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Job Title:

Senior Research Investigator (Department of Hematology/Oncology)

Job Profile

Title:

Research Investigator, Senior

The Shaw-Hahn laboratory pursues basic and translational research on global pathogens including HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV). For HIV, the laboratory makes extensive use of the simian-human immunodeficiency virus (SHIV) model of infection in Indian rhesus macaque monkeys. This requires a high level of scientific knowledge and understanding of RNA viruses and complex biological and immunological systems. The successful applicant must have extensive experience working with BSL2/3 pathogens.

It is expected that this position will lead basic and translational research projects supporting the overall mission of the laboratory. A PhD is required along with at least 5 years of postdoctoral experience working with HIV, SIV, SHIV, HCV or related pathogens.

• DNA sequencing and analysis
• Broadly neutralizing monoclonal antibody isolation and characterization
• Single genome amplification and analysis
• Molecular characterization of Env-Ab coevolution leading to neutralization breadth
• mRNA and protein trimer HIV-1 immunogen design
• Conduct of preclinical vaccination studies in Indian rhesus macaques
• Perform data analysis and other aspects of quantitative and qualitative research as well as theoretical research
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, and 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience is required.

Contingent upon funding.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$79,500.00 - $99,289.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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