美国密歇根大学安娜堡分校免疫学相关领域博士后职位

美国密歇根大学安娜堡分校免疫学相关领域博士后职位

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in Wei Cheng laboratory at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. We seek highly motivated and dedicated individuals to participate in our study on mechanisms of B cell responses to viral-like particulate antigens. The Cheng lab has pioneered the biochemical synthesis of particulate antigens that resemble both the qualitative and quantitative features of enveloped viruses. We are using these particulates as model antigens to investigate how they activate B cells to turn on antibody production, and how the affinity and duration of antibodies together with memory B cell responses may be modulated by the individual as well as collective attributes of these antigens. The outcome from this study is expected to lay foundations for the design of next-generation antiviral vaccines. As part of this position, the candidate is expected to learn and master our technique in biochemical synthesis of viral-like antigens, and use these antigens to carry out in-depth immunological and mechanistic studies.

The candidate is expected to have a solid background in immunology or other related quantitative science. The successful candidate will be offered with an annual stipend that is commensurate with his or her experience, the current minimum of which is $50,004. In addition, the candidate will be provided with full benefits including health insurance that are available from the University. The candidate is expected to use quantitative and analytical skills to advantage, pay attention to details, and be an independent thinker. As one of the top-rated public universities in the country, the University of Michigan Ann Arbor is internationally renowned for its excellence in academics and research. Ann Arbor is a city with culturally diverse community and many fine restaurants. Convenient access to major international airport (DTW, a hub of the Delta Airline) from the campus is just 30 minutes away. The Cheng Lab is located at the center of the Ann Arbor campus, with convenient walking distance to Life Sciences Institute, Biological Sciences, and University of Michigan Medical School, therefore ideally suited for the development of interdisciplinary research programs.

For more information about Cheng lab, please refer to the website at http://www.umich.edu/~chenglab/. Individuals who are interested in this position should send a cover letter, stating their career objectives and research interests, together with their CV, including names & contact details of three references to Prof. Cheng at chengwe@umich.edu, and indicate ‘Postdoc Application’ in the subject of their emails.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.