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Who is Saint Louis University Founded in 1818 Saint Louis University is one of the nations oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU which also has a campus in Madrid Spain is recognized for worldclass academics lifechanging research compassionate health care and a strong commitment to faith and service.
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Postdoctoral position in cellassociated immunology
The Ferris lab at Saint Louis University in St. Louis MO is seeking a fulltime postdoctoral research associate in the fields of tumor immunology and autoimmunity. We study the dendritic cells required to mount adaptive T cell responses in the context of tumors and autoimmunity to better understand tumor evolution and identify novel therapeutic strategies that can improve patient outcomes. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and intellectually invested. They will have the opportunity pursue their own ideas that are relevant to the overall goals of the lab and drive their own research projects.
Dr. Ferris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology. MMI houses a diverse variety of research groups studying virology and innate and adaptive immune responses in the context of viral infection cancer and autoimmunity. MMI is a highly collaborative community meaning the successful candidate will have the opportunity to form relationships with many different laboratory groups and faculty members.
Primary duties:
Manage a research project(s)
Openly communicate and discuss research findings with the PI
Collaborate with and support the work of other lab members
Critically analyze relevant published literature
Write manuscripts and grant applications
Minimum qualifications:
Applicants should hold a PhD in a biologic field and have a firstauthor publication history in peerreviewed journals to demonstrate research success.
Preferred qualifications
A strong background in immunology
Experience with R and/or the analysis of sequencing data sets
Interested applicants should attach a cover letter C.V. and the contact information for three references. You can upload these items in the My experience section of the application under the header Resume or CV/Cover Letter and/or additional documents listed as a requirement in the job posting.
You can also email your attachments to:
Dr. Stephen Ferris
Function
Research SupportScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability marital status sexual orientation military/veteran status gender identity or other nonmerit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities women protected veterans and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process please contact Human Resources at.
Employment Type
Full-Time
