[Employment] Postdoctoral Position in virology, immunology and viral-host interaction

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A postdoctoral position is immediately available at the Whitehead
Institute for Biomedical Research to study the interactions of
filoviruses (Ebola and Marburg virus) and host cells.  The successful
candidate will examine the impact of viral infection on host innate
and adaptive immune responses and hemostasis.  Potential research
projects include studies on the relationship between filoviruses and
host interferon responses, or the role of the endothelium in viral
hemorrhagic fevers.  This position offers an opportunity for
considerable creativity and innovation in a highly enriched research
environment.
The postdoctoral fellow will develop and apply new and existing
techniques in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology,
confocal microscopy, genomics and virology to study pathogen-host cell
interactions.  Research may include options to collaborate with
partner BSL-4 labs and pathogens classified as select agents.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and have recently
obtained a Ph.D. or M.D. degree with a strong background in
biochemistry, immunology, virology or cell/molecular biology.  This
candidate will possess a good attitude, be enthusiastic and be able to
work independently and well with a team.  Strong skills in protein
biochemistry and molecular biology are essential.  Hands on experience
with cell culture and molecular biology/biochemical techniques such as
cloning, Northern and Western blots, Immunoprecipitation, protein
purification is required.  Previous work in areas of virology and/or
immunology is desirable but not required.
Our lab focuses on viral pathogenesis and viral host interaction. (See
http://www.wi.mit.edu/research/fellows/rubins.html) We have previously
reported the development and molecular characterization of the first
animal model of smallpox in PNAS.
Interested candidates should forward a CV with a publication list, a
one-page cover letter detailing research interests and previous
experience and three references to:
Dilly Wilson
Senior Human Resources Specialist
resumes from wi.mit.edu
5 Cambridge Center
Cambridge, MA 02142
Tel: 617-258-6725

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