Postdoctoral Research Associate – Allergy & Immunology Full-time

Postdoctoral Position in the Kau Lab

A postdoctoral position in the Kau Lab is available for candidates interested in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, and animal models. We utilize a combination of techniques to investigate how the microbial ecology of the gut, airway, urinary tract, and other mucosal surfaces interact with host factors to influence human health. Techniques used in the lab include:

• Mouse handling
• Microbial metagenomic sequencing (including whole genome and RNA sequencing)
• Basic microbiology techniques
• Molecular cloning
• Flow cytometry
• Immunofluorescence microscopy
• Multi-omics data analysis

Experience with any of these techniques is appreciated, but not required. All applicants with any prior lab experience are encouraged to apply.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepares and submits papers on research.
• Assists in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.
• Conscientious discharge of their research responsibilities.
• Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.
• Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records.
• Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding possession or distribution of material, reagents, or records belonging to their laboratory and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications.
• Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members and members of the research group.
• Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures and regulations. All data, research records and materials and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.

Working Conditions:

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range:

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications /Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A PhD in microbiology, computational biology, or a related discipline involving analysis of multi-omics datasets.
• Prior experience with microbiology techniques.
• Familiarity with mouse models and proper mouse handling.
• Skills in at least one programming language (R or Python) are strongly preferred.