POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Briney Lab - Immunology and Microbiology
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Briney Lab - Immunology and Microbiology
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$ 68640 - 73230
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ABOUT US:
Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100year legacy. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology infectious diseases (such as COVID19 flu HIV) neuroscience heart disease cancer and more. Located in La Jolla California the institute houses six research departments multiple Nobel laureates a topranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work handinhand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
Celebrating a Century: TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Briney Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to join us in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology at Scripps Research. We use a combination of advanced single cell multiomics techniques and sophisticated computational tools to deeply explore the antibody response to emerging infectious diseases. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will contribute to antibody discovery projects against a variety of viral targets including Lassa Ebola HIV SARSCoV2 influenza and others. The antibodies we discover have potential use as therapeutics or as templates for rational vaccine development.
Because we tightly integrate wetlab experimentation and bioinformatics into all of our projects a substantial portion of your time will be spent using and developing computational tools for analyzing vast single cell multiomics datasets. Programming experience is a major plus (we primarily use Python) but dont worry if youre new to programming were happy to teach you! Skilled experimental immunologists with an interest in computational immunology are always welcome.
We work with several pathogens that are typically found only in West and Central Africa so members from our group regularly travel to Sierra Leone to collect and process samples bring equipment and reagents and train local scientists. Although travel to Africa is completely optional its a fantastic opportunity to work alongside the people most affected by the hemorrhagic fever viruses we study and its a lifechanging trip!
To apply please submit a CV/Biosketch and a Cover Letter addressing the following questions:
- How does your research experience make you an ideal fit for our lab
- What will you bring to our group that is completely unique (in terms of background experience skills etc)
- What are your longterm professional goals and how can we help youprogress towardaccomplishing those goals
- Why do you think you will be exceptionally successful in this role
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Create novel single cell B multiomics techniques both experimental and computational
- Lead the discovery and functional evaluation of large numbers of pathogenspecific monoclonal antibodies
- Perform nextgeneration sequencing experiments using Illumina and Oxford Nanopore systems
- Generate and analyze extremely large multiomics datasets of humoral immune responses to infection and/or vaccination
- Present work at lab meetings and contribute to peerreviewed publications
- Work closely with other Briney Lab members and our collaborators
REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in immunology genetics biology or related discipline is required
- We are a highly collaborative group and members of several scientific consortia so the ability to work productively with our collaborative partners is essential
- Strong background in immunology specifically immunogenetics of adaptive immune receptor repertoires is strongly preferred
- Experience programming in Python is preferred but not required
- FACS experience is preferred but not required
- Demonstrated productivity with a strong publication record in highquality journals
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic fastpaced research environment
COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and Californias exempt salary guidelines which provide for a starting range of $68640 $73230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option) dental vision life insurance disability EAP and more.
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
- Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
- Free onsite Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefitseligible employees and their family members.
- Free onsite parking.
The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities duties and/or skills required of employees so classified and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research with or without notice. Furthermore nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employmentatwill status of Scripps Research staff.
EEO Statement:
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
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Employment Type
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