POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Microbiology - Gammon Lab

Post-doctoral Position in Virus-Host Interactions A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Don Gammon, in the Department of Microbiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study virus-host interactions. The Gammon Laboratory develops and utilizes invertebrate and vertebrate host model systems to study virus-host interplay.

The ultimate goal of the lab is to uncover novel, evolutionarily-conserved host antiviral defense mechanisms and viral immune evasion strategies. The lab uses a combination of cell biological, molecular, biochemical, and genomic approaches to mechanistically interrogate virus-host interactions. Required

The successful candidate must hold a Ph. D. and/or M. D. degree and not have held an earlier post-doctoral position for more than two years.

At least two years of experience with cell culture as a graduate student and/or early stage post-doctoral fellow is required. Experience mentoring students/trainees and strong interpersonal and communication skills are also required.

Experience with virus culture is desired but not required. Experience with design, execution, and bioinformatic analysis of next-generation sequencing studies is also highly desirable but not required. Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/research/postdoctoral-scholars/The successful candidate must hold a Ph.

D. and/or M. D. degree and not have held an earlier post-doctoral position for more than two years. At least two years of experience with cell culture as a graduate student and/or early stage post-doctoral fellow is required.

Experience mentoring students/trainees and strong interpersonal and communication skills are also required. Interested individuals must upload a CV, cover letter, and a list of three references. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/ BenefitsUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!