Postdoctoral Position in Immunology at the University of Iowa
University of Iowa Health Care, United States
- Institution
- University of Iowa Health Care
- Country
- United States
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Subject area
- Medicine & Health
- Salary
- Starting at $63,480 annually, with higher compensation commensurate with experience and in accordance with University of Iowa and NIH guidelines.
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa, US
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Zizhen Kang, Ph.D., in the Department of Pathology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine.
Our laboratory is broadly interested in neuroimmunology and mucosal immunology. Using genetically engineered animal models and state-of-the-art technologies, we investigate the mechanisms by which inflammasome hyperactivation drives autoinflammatory diseases and inflammatory bowel disease. We also study how oligodendroglia contribute to autoimmune neuroinflammation and the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis.
For more information about our research program, please visit our laboratory website (Zizhen Kang | Department of Pathology) and review our recent publications
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/zizhen.kang.1/bibliography/public/).
Applicants should have a strong background in molecular biology, immunology, or a related field, with experience in animal models, molecular and cellular biology, and biochemical techniques. The successful candidate is expected to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative and multidisciplinary research environment.
Education Requirement: PhD, MD/PhD or MD with significant bench research experience.
Required Qualifications: Good writing and communication skills in English. Experience working with mice. Research experience inimmunology and molecular biology.
Desirable Qualifications: Proficient in molecular biology techniques including CRISPR/Cas technology. Experience in cellular biochemistry, especially cellular signaling pathways.
Salary: Starting at $63,480 annually, with higher compensation commensurate with experience and in accordance with University of Iowa and NIH guidelines.
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Percent Time: 100%
To apply for this recruitment, please go to: https://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/postdoc/ and search requisition number 4672 and click the “Apply for This Position” button located below the contact information.
ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Curriculum Vita
Letter of Interest
Name and Contact Information of References
Number of References: 3
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