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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Employer
George Mason University
Location
Fairfax, VA
Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience. The anticipated starting salary is in the low to
Closing date
Jun 3, 2022

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Industry
Education
Function
Analyst, Research
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in VirologyThe Center for Infectious Disease Research (CIDR) at George Mason University (GMU), invites well-qualified candidates to apply for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position at Dr. Yuntao Wu's lab (Cell, 2008, 134:782; PNAS, 2020,117:9537) in the area of HIV-1 Virology and Immunology. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.Responsibilities: The incumbent will work in the laboratory of Dr. Yuntao Wu and report directly to Dr. Wu. Duties include, but are not limited to:Work on NIH-funded projects involving the molecular and cellular basis of host responses and host restriction factors in the infection and pathogenesis of HIV-1;Assist the PI and graduate students in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments; andPerform experiments in the culture of primary blood and stem cells, viral infections, and biochemical/molecular approaches to study HIV-1 infection of mature T cells and progenitors. Required Qualifications:Successful completion of a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Virology, Immunology, stem cell biology, or Developmental Biology, or a closely related field prior to the start date of the appointment; Candidate should be enthusiastic and dedicated, have the ability and interest in learning new techniques; Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions; andBe observant, attentive to detail, organized, efficient, and works well with others. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in molecular biology, immunology, or stem cell research. HIV-1 research experiences are desired, but not required; andStrong English writing skills. This position is full-time with benefits. The initial appointment will be for one year and subject to annual renewal based on performance and the availability of funding. The anticipated starting salary is in the low to mid $50's.

For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, CV, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

"Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition."

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George Mason University is a university with three campuses, each with a distinctive academic focus that plays a critical role in the economy of its region. At each campus, students, faculty, and staff have full access to all the university's resources, while duplication of programs and support services is minimized through the use of technology. In addition to the main campus in Fairfax, the university has campuses in Arlington and Prince William Counties.

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