Postdoctoral fellow Ragon Institute of MGH MIT and Harvard
Postdoctoral fellow Ragon Institute of MGH MIT and Harvard
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Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills perspectives and ideas we choose to lead. Applications fromprotected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.Employing Hospital and Department: Ragon Institute of MGH MIT and HarvardMinimum degree and field of knowledge: PhD and/or MD with experience in computational biology including transcriptomics and/or metagenomicsYears experience required: At least 3 years of doctoral research experienceSummary:The Kwon Laboratory (www.kwonlab) at the Ragon Institute of MGH MIT and Harvard at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston has an opening for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to study the immunopathogenesis of HIV infection at mucosal tissue sites. The person hired will work under the supervision of Dr. Kwon conducting patientoriented translational research involving examining the role of the vaginal microbiome in HIV acquisition in women. The project will entail working with clinical cohorts based in South Africa transcriptional and immunologic profiling of mucosal immune populations analysis of the genital microbiome and work with a novel humanized mouse model. The goal of the project is to generate new approaches to treat and prevent HIV infection in women.Candidates will have ample opportunities to acquire and develop new skills work closely with the PI and collaborators and communicate results to the scientific community through conference presentations and peerreviewed publications while working in a supportive highly collaborative and energetic environment. Stateoftheart facilities are available within an exceptionally energetic research setting.Job Duties:Under the direction of the principal investigator the applicant will independently carry out activities performing laboratory research. Duties include: Guide research projects through experimental design conduct of experiments and analysis of data Maintain detailed documentation of the experimental work Present data within and outside of the laboratory group at meetings and symposia Work closely within the group and with outside collaborators Mentor students and technicians Maintain close communications with the PI regarding progress Write edit and submit manuscripts/abstracts detailing the results of the project Demonstrate integrity excellence accountability and teamwork in all interactions Mentor students and technicians Qualifications: A Ph.D. and/or M.D. with relevant experience in computational approaches to cellular transcriptional profiling/microbiome characterization cellular immunology and/or murine models. Highly motivated and independent with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment Exceptional organizational skills and excellent attention to detail Strong oral and written communications skills Must have good interpersonal skills Occasional weekend or evening flexibility Minimum 2 year commitment preferred Application information: The position is open immediately although the start date is flexible. Please submit a cover letter CV and references to Dr. Doug Kwon at Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive we may not be able to reply individually to all inquiries. All applicants including those from abroad must be able to come to Cambridge MA USA for an interview.
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