Postdoctoral Position at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Rocky Mountain Labs, Hamilton, MT

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AT NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ALLERGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES, ROCKY MOUNTAIN LABS, HAMILTON, MT

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Innate Immunity and Pathogenesis Unit within the Laboratory of Virology at the Rocky Mountain Laboratories campus of NIAID (Hamilton, MT) to investigate virus-host interactions associated with the innate immune response. The laboratory studies highly pathogenic RNA viruses, including flaviviruses, to uncover host proteins and signaling pathways required for early anti-viral responses. We are also interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms utilized by viruses to suppress innate immunity. Current projects are designed to uncover novel cellular pathways required for 1) sensing RNA virus infection, 2) promoting interferon signaling and 3) virus evasion of innate immunity. Fundamental approaches of the laboratory include molecular, cellular and immunological based techniques as well as virus reverse genetics systems and animal models of pathogenesis. Studies are carried out in BSL2, BSL3 and BSL4 laboratories.

Requirements: Motivated candidates with a strong background in molecular biology and cell biology are encouraged to apply. Experience working in high biological containment laboratories (BSL3 or BSL4), knowledge of innate immunity or experience with reverse genetics systems for recovery of infectious virus would be an advantage. Well-developed oral and written communication skills are essential. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. degree and have less than three years of postdoctoral experience. Compensation will be commensurate with relevant work experience.

To Apply: Email a cover letter indicating research interests and career goals, C.V., list of publications, and names and contact information for three letters of reference to:

Dr. Sonja Best, Innate Immunity and Pathogenesis Unit, Laboratory of Virology, NIAID, NIH, Rocky Mountain Laboratories, 903 S. 4th St., Hamilton MT 59840.

E-mail sbest@niaid.nih.gov

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.niaid.nih.gov/about/organization/dir/rml