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University of Utah Post Doc Res Assoc in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Peak Science: Immunology Postdoc and Mountain LivingAre you excited about exploring new frontiers in immunology while enjoying life where others vacation? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation and discovery are encouraged? The Haecker Lab at the University of Utah has the perfect postdoctoral opportunity just for you!Were excited to offer a postdoctoral position to investigate signal transduction and biology of pathogen-recognition receptors using the latest technologies.What you'll Do:Explore Signal Transduction: Investigate the biology of pathogen-recognition receptors, focusing on TLR signaling pathways.Use Cutting-Edge Tech: Employ advanced techniques like proximity labeling and quantitative mass spectrometry (MS) to discover new components of TLR signaling.Characterize Proteins: Analyze newly identified proteins both in vitro and in vivo to discover their functional role in immunobiology.Why this is Exciting:Innovative Research: Engage with state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies to push the boundaries of current knowledge. Publications in Nature, PNAS, and Science Advances highlight the impact of this work.Impactful Science: Your research will contribute to identifying novel molecules and signaling pathways crucial for regulating immune cells and understanding immuno-pathologies like inflammation, infection, sepsis and autoimmune diseases.Career Growth: This position will provide a solid foundation for your future, whether you choose to remain in academia or pursue a career in industry. You will gain knowledge in fundamental areas such as molecular biology, immunology, cell biology, microscopy, proteomics, and animal models.Were Seeking:Researchers passionate about signal transduction and immunology.Educational Background: A PhD and/or MD in Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, or a related field Individuals with experience in advanced protein identification and functional analysis.Experience: Hands-on experience with protein purification, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not required.For more about who we are and what we do, please check our website at https://www.haeckerlab.org/How to Apply:Ready to join us? Please send yourCVCover letter with your research interests and career goalsContact info for three referencesto Dr. Hans Haecker, Professor at the Microbiology & Immunology Division of the Pathology Department, University of Utah, using the following link: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/169311