Immediate Postdoctoral Research Position: The laboratory of Dr. Shirin Ghods at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the field of Microbial Pathogenesis and Host Interaction. The position is available immediately, and we are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a solid background in microbiology and host-pathogen interaction to join an active and collaborative research team focusing on oral pathogens, especially Porphyromonas gingivalis.
Immediate Postdoctoral Research Position in Microbial Pathogenesis and Host Interaction
📋 Summary Table
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbial Pathogenesis, Host-Microbe Interactions |
| Location | University of Louisville School of Dentistry, USA |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Shirin Ghods |
| Start Date | Immediate |
| Application Deadline | Rolling basis until filled |
| Contact Email | shirin.ghods@louisville.edu |
🧑🔬 Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
🧫 Research Area
- Microbial Pathogenesis
- Oral Pathogens (Porphyromonas gingivalis)
- Host Immune Response
- Nutritional and Metabolic Cues in Infection
📍 Location
University of Louisville School of Dentistry
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
🎓 Eligibility/Qualification
- Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacology (focus on microbiology), or closely related discipline.
- Proven experience in the following techniques:
- Bacterial culture, gene knockouts, plasmid design, and cloning
- Biofilm/virulence assays, qPCR, ELISA
- Protein analysis (SDS-PAGE, Western blot)
- Mammalian cell & bacterial co-culture
- Microscopy (fluorescence/confocal)
- HPLC-based metabolite analysis (preferred)
- At least one first-author publication in the last two years.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
🧪 Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct independent research on microbial pathogenesis and host response.
- Design and perform laboratory experiments using diverse molecular and cellular techniques.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical tools.
- Write scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
- Present research findings at conferences and support the mentorship of junior lab members.
📬 How to Apply
Send your CV and recent publication(s) to:
📧 shirin.ghods@louisville.edu
⏳ Last Date to Apply
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early application is encouraged.
If you’re passionate about microbial pathogenesis and ready to take on a leadership role in cutting-edge oral microbiology research, we encourage you to apply!
