Post Doctoral Fellow

Job Description
The University of Missouri, Bond Life Sciences Center , is seeking outstanding postdoctoral associated candidates to apply state-of-the-art molecular, cell biological and scRNA-seq techniques to elucidate fundamental issues in host-pathogen interactions, immunology, and environmental microbiology in the Paul de Figueiredo . As a member of a highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and fast-paced team, you will interrogate interactions between bacterial, fungal, or viral pathogens and host cells at single-cell resolution. In addition, opportunities for addressing questions in cancer biology and autoimmune disease are available.

Key Duties Performed by This Position Will Include

Lead and execute cutting edge research in the life sciences
Collect data and craft manuscripts to support high-quality peer-reviewed publications
Participate in collaborative interdisciplinary research
Contribute to the assembly and submission of research grant applications
Train graduate students and undergraduate students in the laboratory
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a PhD in Bilology or related field or MD by the start of the appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Expertise in microbiology, immunology and biochemistry, as well as those with expertise in confocal fluorescence microscopy and bioinformatic tools
Being a persuasive communicator with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism and commitment to advancing the overall scientific mission of the laboratory
Possess durable skills of leadership, character, collaboration, communication, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude
Be available for reliable and consistent onsite work
Excellent track record of peer-reviewed publications
Application Materials
Please submit a Curriculum Vita and a list of three references with contact information.

Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

For more information, and to apply, visit: https://erecruit.umsystem.edu/psc/tamext/COLUM/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=9&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=9&JobOpeningId=47833&PostingSeq=1

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