Postdoctoral Fellow - Silver Spring, United States - Henry M. Jackson Foundation

Henry M. Jackson Foundation Silver Spring, United States

3 weeks ago

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Overview Join the HJF Team HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to be responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team.

The incumbent will be responsible for initiating and carrying out scientific projects on the role of innate immunity in infection and vaccine development in support of the goals and objectives of the Innate Immunology section and under the supervision of senior scientists.

The position involves understanding how the innate immune system can influence adaptive immunity elicited during infection and vaccination.

The innate immunology section is particularly interested in studying the contribution of monocytes, dendritic cells, innate T cells (gamma delta, MAIT and iNKT cells) as well as NK cells responses to vector and adjuvant used in vaccination or to natural infection.

The position also involves understanding how antibodies engage innate effector cells to mediate immunity and assessing other functional characteristics of these antibodies elicited during infection and vaccination.

The incumbent will be part of a team of biologists, clinicians and statisticians working on a range of questions related to vaccine research focusing principally on HIV, but also Dengue, Ebola, SARS-CoV-2, or other pathogens of interest to the program.

The candidate will work with different stakeholders in a highly multidisciplinary environment. This position will be in support Innate Immunology section of the US Military HIV Research Program (MHRP). The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine.

We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Note:
This site requires that non U.S. Citizens reside in the United States for three of the five recent years. Responsibilities Assists in designing, developing, executing, and implementing scientific research and/or development. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories to potential inventions and products. Performs specialized laboratory research utilizing experimental protocols which involves specialized procedures. Collects and handles samples and keeps detailed records of experiments. Assists with the preparation of data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publication in journals. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of appropriate scientific area. expertise in multicolor flow cytometry, cell culture, and data analysis in FlowJo. Qualifications Education and Experience Doctoral degree in immunology or related field. Minimum of 0-5 years experience required. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of appropriate scientific area. Expertise in multicolor flow cytometry, cell culture, and data analysis in FlowJo. Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check. Work Environment This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting. Physical Capabilities Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

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Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs. Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.

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41 CFR c) Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer

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