Postdoctoral Scientist, Waldor Lab

About the Role

The Postdoctoral Scientist role's primary focus will be to conduct research activities and manage an independent project involving the study of host responses to bacterial infection in support of the lab’s goals. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate, driven candidates who have demonstrated the ability to work both independently and collaboratively and have a solid track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities.
• Manage an independent project involving the study of host responses to bacterial infection.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Expertise in standard molecular biology techniques is required.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well with a wide variety of people from all backgrounds and at all levels of training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Positive demeanor with a problem-solving, resilient approach to both research and day-to-day lab activities.
• Ambition, self-motivation, and a strong sense of intellectual responsibility and ownership over your work.

Qualifications

• For the Postdoctoral Associate track – a Ph.D. in the biological sciences is required.
• A focus on microbiology or immunology is preferred.
• 0-4 years of post-doc experience acceptable.
• Previous experience working with bacteria, particularly with host-pathogen interactions, would be a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time.
• Reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s).
• Dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard.
• Communication skills using the spoken word.
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters.
• Ability to move about workspace.
• Mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Application Instructions

Please include the following items as part of your application:

• Your curriculum vitae including your list of publications.
• Names and contact information for at least 3 professional references.