The Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine (PACCSM) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is seeking a talented and motivated postdoctoral associate. The candidate will study the host-pathogen biology of tracheobronchitis in chronic critical illness.
The Postdoctoral candidates with solid knowledge and strong skills in cell biology and molecular biology are strongly encouraged to apply. A PhD in microbiology, immunology, or a closely related field is required. A successful applicant will have excellent general analytical skills and written communication skills. The work will be a mix of wet bench work and an extensive amount of analytical work on a complex data set, including bacterial genomic data. On-site work in the lab will be required 4 days per week for most of the funding period. Prior experience in ONE of the following content areas is preferred:
1) Bacterial physiology
2) Microbiome analysis
3) Innate immunology at a mucosal surface (lung, GI or GU)
Our lab is committed to the career development of our lab members and to training basic and translational scientists. Effective written and verbal communication skills are desired.
Interested applicants, please apply through https://www.join.pitt.edu Requisition #25002571
