The Staff Scientist will be responsible for studying molecular mechanisms of innate immune dysfunction in people living with HIV.
The incumbent will decipher mechanisms of immune-pathogenesis in HIV patients on ART. Successful candidates should have an interest in translational cancer research with a PhD or equivalent degree and must be able to work independently with high self-motivation.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with isolation, culture, and transfection of HIV and control derived primary monocytes.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Required Education
- If Other Required Education, please specify
- Discipline(s) : Basic Science, Health Science, Translational Medicine or related field
- Certifications / Licenses Required
- Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job
- Indicate the type of experience required to do the job
- Experience in a research environment
- Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
- MD or DDS are also acceptable
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Education
- If Other Preferred Education, please specify
- Certifications / Licenses Preferred
- Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job
- Hands-on postdoctoral experience with isolation, culture, and transfection of HIV and control derived primary monocytes
Posting Number
Posting Number U01249P
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities.
As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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