Research Fellow

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Wei Cheng laboratory at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

We seek highly motivated and dedicated individuals to participate in our study on mechanisms of B cell responses to viral-like particulate antigens.

The Cheng lab has pioneered the biochemical synthesis of synthetic viral-like structures for understanding of viral immunogenecity.

We are using these synthetic structures as model antigens to investigate how they activate B cells to turn on antibody production, and how the affinity and duration of antibodies together with memory B cell responses may be modulated by the individual as well as collective attributes of these synthetic structures.

The outcome from this study is expected to lay foundations for the design of next-generation vaccines.

As part of this position, the candidate is expected to learn and master our technique in biochemical synthesis of viral-like structures, and use these structures to carry out in-depth immunological and mechanistic studies. The candidate will help Dr. Cheng to prepare and characterize these structures, administer mouse immunization, collect organ/blood/cells and conduct antibody analysis, analyze experimental results and write manuscript for publication under the direct supervision of Dr.

Cheng .

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology or a related quantitative scientific discipline.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong quantitative and analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to think independently.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.