Postdoctoral Fellow - Neurobiology
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Dr. Eliseo Eugenin Laboratory, Department of Neurobiology, UTMB, Galveston.
Our laboratory integrates cell biology, neuroscience, metabolomics, immunology, and translational approaches to identify novel therapeutic targets to eradicate viral reservoirs in different cells and tissues including monocyte/macrophages and T cells targeting metabolomics and cell to cell communication.
The postdoctoral fellow will conduct, report and present research in his/her field of study under the supervision of a faculty mentor. This is a training position, and is not expected to be a permanent position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- NeuroHIV and viral reservoirs.
- HIV and substance of use disorder.
- Cell-to-cell communication role in HIV mediated bystander damage.
- HIV and comorbidities (neurodegeneration and cardiovascular disease) and aging.
The neuropathogenesis and immunity of BSL3/4 viruses in the brain.
This postdoctoral position is in The University of Texas system (UT). UT is committed to fostering the growth of postdoctoral researchers providing the tools to become independent (upon performance). Our university of a leader in infectious diseases including BSL2/3/4 viruses. The Investigator will be responsible for conducting research in a designated field, performing experiments, analyzing data, training students, and contributing to scientific publications and grant submissions.
Our main focuses are in virology and neuroscience, with excellent mentoring and outstanding opportunities for independence and developing your own ideas.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph.D. in a relevant field of study.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong Laboratory Skills and Research Capabilities (HIV infection, primary cell culture, molecular biology techniques).
- Detection of HIV techniques (residual, fully competent and defective).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
