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Post-Doctoral Fellow - Microbiology

InsideHigherEd
New Orleans, Louisiana
Full-time

Post-Doctoral Fellow - Microbiology

Location :

TNPRC - Covington, LA

Open Date : Sep 24, 2022

Sep 24, 2022

Description :

An excellent postdoctoral research opportunity is immediately available in the laboratory of Woong-Ki Kim at the Tulane National Primate Research Center to explore macrophage biology and to develop macrophage-targeted therapy for the treatment of HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND), Alzheimer’s disease, obesity, and diabetes.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scholar who wants to pursue an academic career in neuroimmunology and macrophage biology.

The laboratory uses non-human primate (NHP) models to connect mouse investigations and human observations of many chronic inflammatory diseases.

The postdoctoral fellow positions will manage NIH-funded studies that are exploring the role of macrophages in HAND and brain aging.

Open research opportunities also include the investigation of the therapeutic potential of macrophage-targeted approaches in the translational NHP models of diabetes and obesity.

All these projects are supported by high collaborative, multidisciplinary teams of scientists and extensive core services.

Qualifications :

Ph.D. or equivalent in immunology and / or neuroscience or a related biological science

Application Instructions :

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter, CV, research statement, diversity statement, and the name and contact information for 3 references for review by the search committee.

You may upload additional materials to your application.

Please submit an application using Interfolio via the "Apply Now" button on this page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages.

Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA / EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s Strategy for Tomorrow .

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process.

If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-865-4748 or email [email protected] .

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