Job ID: 10512BR
Job date: 2017-12-06
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Company : University of Kansas Country : Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2017-12-06
End Date:
Company : University of Kansas Country : Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
The Immune Engineering Lab at the University of Kansas (www.dekoskylab.org , Google Scholar link: http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=z6TwVlwAAAAJ&hl=en) is seeking to hire a postdoctoral researcher to apply high-throughput immune repertoire analyses for rapid antibody discovery and to investigate immune responses to viral vaccines and infections. These projects are funded by multiple sources, including a 5-year NIH Early Independence Award grant to Dr. Brandon DeKosky. We seek individuals who are passionate about uncovering the mechanisms of adaptive immune protection and leveraging that knowledge to discover antibody drug candidates and develop novel preventative and therapeutic strategies. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. at the time of appointment or soon thereafter in immunology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioinformatics, microbiology, or a related field. Preference will be given to researchers with experience in molecular biotechnology, immune response analysis, and/or the study of infectious diseases. Job Description: 60% Research - Design and execution of experiments These duties include carrying out original research relative to the laboratory mission. Perform experiments on an individual basis that pertain to current research topics in the department. 20% Reporting - Write reports and papers Writes technical reports and scientific papers for peer reviewed journals. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of preparation of grants/contracts and proposals for federal, state and charitable organizations and industrial clients. 15% Collaboration - Assist other laboratory members with experiments Assist the principal investigator to provide experimental and technical supervision of one or more technician, graduate student and/or post-doctoral researchers and/or fellows. 5% Laboratory protocol - Routine lab management Ensuring systems are in place for efficient planning of lab supplies, records and document management as well as experimental protocols and data, and coordination of good lab practices and lab safety. Required Qualifications: 1. Ph.D. in the area of immunology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioinformatics, microbiology, or a related field. NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed six months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration. Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Info:
The University of Kansas (KU) is a major research university with a special strength in development and commercialization of vaccines and therapeutic proteins. The KU School of Pharmacy is consistently ranked as one of the top five pharmacy programs in the nation by NIH funding. The DeKosky laboratory interacts with the Higuchi Biosciences Center, the Kansas Vaccine Institute, and the Center for Computational Biology, which are leading research centers at KU in the biological sciences. The DeKosky lab has ongoing productive collaborations with researchers at NIH, Columbia-NYC, The University of Minnesota, Michigan State University, CU-Denver, The University of Kansas Medical Center, Children’s Mercy Pediatric Hospital, and several other institutions. KU is located in Lawrence, Kansas, about 40 miles from Kansas City. Lawrence is a progressive and cosmopolitan university city of around 100,000 people, with vibrant art, music, and sports scenes. Outstanding candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. DeKosky by e-mail at dekosky [at] ku [dot] edu. Application documents may be submitted at the following link: https://employment.ku.edu/staff/10512BR. Additional Candidate Instruction To apply, submit curriculum vitae, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references to http://employment.ku.edu/staff/10512BR Review of applications begins on January 1, 2018 and continues until position is filled. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Contact Information to Applicants Dr. Brandon DeKosky at dekosky@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range $47,476 minimum Application Review Begins 01-Jan-2018 Disclaimer: The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses). [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Immune Engineering Lab at the University of Kansas (www.dekoskylab.org , Google Scholar link: http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=z6TwVlwAAAAJ&hl=en) is seeking to hire a postdoctoral researcher to apply high-throughput immune repertoire analyses for rapid antibody discovery and to investigate immune responses to viral vaccines and infections. These projects are funded by multiple sources, including a 5-year NIH Early Independence Award grant to Dr. Brandon DeKosky. We seek individuals who are passionate about uncovering the mechanisms of adaptive immune protection and leveraging that knowledge to discover antibody drug candidates and develop novel preventative and therapeutic strategies. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. at the time of appointment or soon thereafter in immunology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioinformatics, microbiology, or a related field. Preference will be given to researchers with experience in molecular biotechnology, immune response analysis, and/or the study of infectious diseases. Job Description: 60% Research - Design and execution of experiments These duties include carrying out original research relative to the laboratory mission. Perform experiments on an individual basis that pertain to current research topics in the department. 20% Reporting - Write reports and papers Writes technical reports and scientific papers for peer reviewed journals. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of preparation of grants/contracts and proposals for federal, state and charitable organizations and industrial clients. 15% Collaboration - Assist other laboratory members with experiments Assist the principal investigator to provide experimental and technical supervision of one or more technician, graduate student and/or post-doctoral researchers and/or fellows. 5% Laboratory protocol - Routine lab management Ensuring systems are in place for efficient planning of lab supplies, records and document management as well as experimental protocols and data, and coordination of good lab practices and lab safety. Required Qualifications: 1. Ph.D. in the area of immunology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioinformatics, microbiology, or a related field. NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting basis not to exceed six months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration. Preferred Qualifications:
- Research experience in functional T cell analysis, functional B cell analysis, and/or herpesvirus virology.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully as part of a collaborative research effort.
- Publications or other evidence of scholarly achievement
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The University of Kansas (KU) is a major research university with a special strength in development and commercialization of vaccines and therapeutic proteins. The KU School of Pharmacy is consistently ranked as one of the top five pharmacy programs in the nation by NIH funding. The DeKosky laboratory interacts with the Higuchi Biosciences Center, the Kansas Vaccine Institute, and the Center for Computational Biology, which are leading research centers at KU in the biological sciences. The DeKosky lab has ongoing productive collaborations with researchers at NIH, Columbia-NYC, The University of Minnesota, Michigan State University, CU-Denver, The University of Kansas Medical Center, Children’s Mercy Pediatric Hospital, and several other institutions. KU is located in Lawrence, Kansas, about 40 miles from Kansas City. Lawrence is a progressive and cosmopolitan university city of around 100,000 people, with vibrant art, music, and sports scenes. Outstanding candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. DeKosky by e-mail at dekosky [at] ku [dot] edu. Application documents may be submitted at the following link: https://employment.ku.edu/staff/10512BR. Additional Candidate Instruction To apply, submit curriculum vitae, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references to http://employment.ku.edu/staff/10512BR Review of applications begins on January 1, 2018 and continues until position is filled. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Contact Information to Applicants Dr. Brandon DeKosky at dekosky@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range $47,476 minimum Application Review Begins 01-Jan-2018 Disclaimer: The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses). [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]