Research Associate at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Associate



Location:

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date:

Dec 13, 2024

Description:

The Department of Pathobiology at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine (Prof. J. Oriol Sunyer's group) is inviting applications for a research associate position to study the fish-microbiome. The main area of focus will be on the role of and the role of fish immunoglobulins in regulating microbiome homeostasis and metabolism. The successful applicant for this position will be expected to be proficient in fish microbiome analysis, fish immunology, FACS-sorting of fish microbiota, and fish bacterial transcriptome and metatranscriptome analysis.  

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree and 4-5 years of post-doctoral experience.  Salary will commensurate with the candidate's training and experience.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately. Additional information on the department may be found at https://www.vet.upenn.edu/research/academic-departments/pathobiology

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street,  Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).