Post-doctoral fellow or Research Associate in Tumor Immunology

This postdoctoral fellow position will work in the Dr. Bo Lu’s laboratory, located in the NextGen Precision Health building on the University of Missouri campus.

This position will conduct NIH funded project studying the underlying mechanism by which immunotherapy combined with radiation induced myocarditis, particularly the role of Th17 cells and B cells in the pathogenesis of myocarditis and developing novel intervention for mitigation of immunotherapy and radiation-induced side effects.

The candidate will be responsible for performing cell culture, flow cytometry, adoptive cell transfer, Elisa and related immunological techniques in vitro and in vivo mouse model of myocarditis, maintaining accurate and organized records of experiments and results, presenting discovery at national and international meetings, preparing manuscripts and fellowship applications, and helping train new graduate students/lab members.

Qualifications:

The candidate must have a recent PhD in immunology, cell biology or a related field by start of the appointment

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Proficiency in cellular biology and multicolor flow cytometry

mouse handling experience

Successful candidates will have exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: collaboration, communication, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the university’s values.

100% On-Site Work

Application Materials:

Please provide a CV and contact information of three individuals for references.

Work Hours:       40 hours/week

Apply at Academic Positions – Mizzou and enter JOBID: 52057Please submit your curriculum vitae and list of three references with contact information. 

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

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://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

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