Postdoctoral Position – Microbiota Interaction: Mount Sinai School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated individual for a postdoctoral position in host immunity/microbiota interaction. The successful candidate will join Dr. Karen Edelblum’s lab at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City to investigate the interaction between the intestinal microbiota and gamma delta T cells in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients and murine models.
Postdoctoral Position – Host Immunity/Microbiota Interaction
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Host Immunity/Microbiota Interaction
Location: New York City, United States
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates must have a PhD in cell biology, microbiology, immunology, or related fields. Substantial expertise in microbiome bioinformatics, multi-dimensional flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, fluorescence microscopy is required. Additional skills/areas of expertise valued include gnotobiotics, intestinal biology, T cell biology, and mouse husbandry. The candidate should be self-motivated, highly dedicated, and possess effective written and oral communication skills.
Job Description: The position focuses on investigating the interaction between the intestinal microbiota and gamma delta T cells in IBD patients and murine models. The candidate will lead independent projects to explore the contribution of specific microbiota in regulating gamma delta T cells and identifying potential therapeutic opportunities. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop an independent research program and eventually apply for independent grant funding.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply via the Mount Sinai Careers portal using the following link: Apply Now
Last Date for Apply: August 1, 2024
