Postdoctoral Research Associate

About the Opportunity

Job Summary

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the Saavedra lab in the Department of Biology at Northeastern University in Boston, MA. The lab is interested in understanding mechanisms driving innate immune responses during host-pathogen interactions, and how commensal microbes shape host immunity in health and disease. Our research combines biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, and cell biological approaches. For more information check the Saavedra lab website: https://www.saavedralab.com

The successful candidate for this role will join a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative research team and will lead research projects tailored to the candidate’s interest. The candidate will also have numerous opportunities for career and professional growth

Key Responsibilities

· Design, execute, analyze and interpret experiments independently

· Present research findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences

· Help with mentoring of undergraduate and graduate student

Qualifications

· Ph.D. in immunology, microbiology, cell biology or related areas

· Experience with in vivo animal models or multi-color flow cytometry are preferred

· At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

· Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills with strong attention to detail

· Proactive, and able to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic, diverse, and growing team

Application Materials

If interested in the position, please provide a CV, contact of three references, and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position and your future career goals.

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.