RESEARCH FELLOW

Employee Type: Fellows

Department: LSUNO Microbiology & Immunology

Campus Location: Cardiovascular Ctr Excellence Job Summary/Basic Functions The School of Medicine at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) in New Orleans seeks applications for a postdoctoral fellow position to perform experiments related to infection and immunity in cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease. The incumbent should have a strong background in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, animal physiology and histology, and complex data analysis. A strong interest in generating hypotheses and addressing research questions of high complexity. Work will include gene targeting, animal model generation and characterization, in vivo and ex vivo studies of infection and inflammation. Major techniques for in vivo research include mouse and rabbit breeding, tissue harvesting, genotyping, lung and peritoneal infection and inflammation. Major techniques for ex vivo research include primary and cell line culture and maintenance, CRISPR/Cas9 gene targeting, lentiviral production, transduction and transfection, single cell cloning and characterization. The incumbent will be trained on the responsible conduct of research and ethics in research and will be required to participate in the departmental seminar series. In addition to the technical training, the incumbent will be mentored to write scientific manuscripts and to submit grant applications.

Required Education: PhD Required Field of Study: Basic Science, Health Science, or Related Field Additional Information About Our School/Department Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits