Immuno-Biologist Jobs

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Pay Range
$153,210 - $196,788 Annually
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NOTE: This is a flexible term position dependent on project funding. Current funding is expected for at least 3 years.
We have an opening for a highly motivated Research Scientist with expertise in human immunology to lead studies focused on understanding the relationship between inhalation exposures and immunological disease. Further developing a range of preventative countermeasure strategies for future pandemic threats and/or environmental insults. To comprehend the inhalational risk posed by aerosolized pathogens or environmental insults resulting from a changing climate (such as exposure to wildfire smoke), a mechanistic understanding of the immune response triggered by these exposures is essential, both within the lungs and throughout the body. You will actively drive independent host-response research to develop a pipeline for characterizing inhalation exposures and testing biologic countermeasures. This position is in the Translational Immunology group within the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division.
You will
Conduct fundamental independent research in biological inhalation exposure (pathogen/environment) and its impact on immunology and disease, with a focus on human relevant models.
Conceive, develop, and implement independent approaches related to aerosolized pathogens and the immune effects based on immunological and biochemical characterization of cells, transcripts, proteins, and metabolites.
Enable the discovery, validation, and mechanistic understanding of signaling pathways that can be further translated into new treatments for a variety of diseases.
Interact with a large interdisciplinary team of scientists, project and program leaders, and commercial partners.
Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences, seminars, and/or technical meeting.
Interact with contract research organizations to explore and/or execute commercial complementation toward program goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
PhD in Immunology or infectious diseases or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Significant experience in Aerosol biology, lung immunology and applications in animal and human related models.
Advanced knowledge on detailed characterization of the host cellular the immune system using modern techniques in cellular and systems biology.
Ability to work independently on (and lead) research projects that may not be well defined as demonstrated through publication of peer-reviewed literature.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to deliver presentations, prepare written reports, explain technical information, and provide advice to management as needed.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications We Desire
Experience designing and implementing in vitro and in vivo inhalation exposure experiments.
Experience designing, implementing, and analyzing multi-color flow cytometry and cell sorting experiments.
Experience designing and performing assays to assess immune function in animal and cellular models.
Experience designing and performing in vitro cell-based assays to characterize humoral and cell mediated immune responses elicited by vaccine formulations.
Experience with laboratory information management software.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Position Information
This is a Flexible Term appointment, which is for a definite period not to exceed six years. If final candidate is a Career Indefinite employee, Career Indefinite status may be maintained (should funding allow).
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Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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