Description

Expected Starting Salary Range: -Salaries align with the NIH extramural postdoc pay scale.

The Pasare and Hagan labs in the Divisions of Immunobiology and Infectious Diseases at Cincinnati Children's Hospital are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to perform research in identifying mechanisms of diversity in innate immune responses across the human population, with the goal of understanding how innate immune diversity impacts responses to infection and vaccination and development of long-term adaptive immunity. This position will involve a combination of both experimental work (flow cytometry, myeloid cell TLR stimulation, signaling experiments and T cell priming assays) and computational analysis (bulk and single cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq/CUT&Tag data). This project involves close collaboration between labs, and strong communication and presentation skills are required. Highly motivated candidates with a PhD in immunology, computational/systems biology, or a related biomedical sciences field and experience in or interest in learning computational immunology are encouraged to apply.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
• Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children's training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Cincinnati Children's Research and Training at a Glance:

• Among the top in NIH funding for pediatric research institutions
• Over 1.4 million square feet of research laboratory space
• 900+ scientists conducting basic, translational, and clinical research
• Over 2000 publications annually in top-tier journals
• Access to Employee Resource Groups and Mentorship programs
• Postdocs have gone on to careers in academia, biotech, pharma, teaching etc.

Learn more about the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Postdoctoral Research Fellows and Associates are eligible for:
  
  • Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Benefits for Eligible Hires

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Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required: PhD, MD, or a Doctoral degree in a related field

Preferred: Highly motivated candidates with a PhD in immunology, computational/systems biology, or a related biomedical sciences field and experience in or interest in learning computational immunology are encouraged to apply.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).

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