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Institute of Human Virology

Postdoctoral Fellow

Institute of Human Virology, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Overview

The Sajadi Laboratory at the Institute of Human Virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is currently recruiting a fully funded postdoctoral fellow to begin immediately, to work on a project studying long-lived plasma cells. The primary focus of the laboratory includes understanding humoral immune responses to vaccination and infection (PMID references: 40708523; 39052732; 39218212; 29731169). This excellent research opportunity will provide extensive training in immunology, cellular and molecular biology, in the setting of a clinical trial. This position is funded by a 5-year NIH U01 grant. Responsibilities

Run experiments obtained from a clinical trial; assays will include flow cytometry, ELISA, ELISpot, tissue culture, and single-cell RNA experiments. Qualifications

PhD or equivalent with a strong background in immunology and molecular/cell biology; highly self-motivated; good written and oral communication skills; independent ability to design and execute experiments. Candidates with additional experience in the following skills and areas are preferred but not required: cell culture, ELISA, ELISpot, single-cell RNA, flow cytometry, B cell repertoire analysis, gene expression analysis. How to apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV, the contact information of three referees, and a cover letter describing your research interests and future plans to Dr. Mohammad Sajadi at msajadi@ihv.umaryland.edu

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