Postdoctoral Fellow (IMET)

Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Microbiology Molecular Biology Biochemistry Biomedical Sciences or a related field.
Demonstrated success in conducting mechanistic research in bacterial pathogenesis.
Experience working with Staphylococcus aureus or related Gram-positive bacteria is desirable.
Ability to work independently interpret datasets and think critically.
Strong collaborative skills and willingness to work within multidisciplinary teams.

NIH-Funded Research Opportunities in the Chatterjee Laboratory

The Chatterjee Laboratory at the University of Maryland Baltimore is seeking two Postdoctoral Fellows to join an NIH-sponsored research program investigating the mechanistic basis of antibiotic resistance in Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and its role in bacterial pathogenesis.

These positions offer opportunities to address fundamental and clinically important questions in bacterial pathogenesis and antimicrobial resistance while collaborating with leading investigators in the field. Successful candidates will develop independent research projects commensurate with their experience and expertise with the expectation that these projects will lead to peer-reviewed publications.

Research Focus

The laboratory seeks to understand:
Molecular mechanisms underlying antibiotic resistance in MRSA
The relationship between antibiotic resistance and bacterial pathogenesis
Novel determinants of host-pathogen interactions
Mechanisms that contribute to bacterial adaptation and survival

Available Positions

Postdoctoral Fellows (2 Positions)

Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Microbiology Molecular Biology Biochemistry Biomedical Sciences or a related field.
Demonstrated success in conducting mechanistic research in bacterial pathogenesis.
Experience working with Staphylococcus aureus or related Gram-positive bacteria is desirable.
Ability to work independently interpret datasets and think critically.
Strong collaborative skills and willingness to work within multidisciplinary teams.

Opportunities
Lead independent research projects.
Publish in high-impact journals.
Establish collaborations with investigators within and outside the institution.
Present research findings at national and international conferences.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit:
Vitae (CV)
letter describing current and previous research experience career goals and research interests
information for three professional references
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship. Applicants to this position must possess authorization to work for any employer in the U.S.
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range: $63480 - $63900 per year (depending on academic rank and commensurate with education and experience).

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