Post Doctoral Scientist - Immunology/microbiology

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Glutathione reductase in host defense
Host defense against microbial infection
Pathogen killing in phagocytes
Dr. Yusen Liu’s NIH-funded research program focuses on the role of glutathione reductase in host defense against microbial infection

Job Summary

  • Dr. Yusen Liu’s NIH-funded research program focuses on the role of glutathione reductase in host defense against microbial infection.
  • Studies will employ mouse models along with metabolomics, proteomics, immunological, and molecular biology approaches to address key mechanistic questions.
  • Appointment is a maximum of 7 years in length and works toward research independence, preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.

Matching Summary

Dr. Yusen Liu’s NIH-funded research program focuses on the role of glutathione reductase in host defense against microbial infection.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • glutathione reductase in host defense
  • host defense against microbial infection
  • pathogen killing in phagocytes
  • oxidative burst and phagocytosis
  • mouse models
  • metabolomics, proteomics, immunological, and molecular biology approaches

Nice-to-have

  • neutrophil biology
  • scientific and technical papers for publication
  • local and national research forums
  • research independence
  • external granting agencies

Key Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required
  • Research experience from PhD program, required
  • Experience with immunology
  • Experience with animal models
  • Experience with neutrophil biology

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