Postdoctoral Research Associate - Immunology - Wu Lab
Investigate intestinal homeostasis, host defense, and immune-neuron communication in the gut at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Best for:Best for immunologists and biomedical researchers with a strong background in molecular, cellular, or genomic approaches to study mucosal immunology.
Overview
A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the Wu Laboratory at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. The lab investigates mechanisms maintaining intestinal homeostasis and host defense, focusing on gut immune-neuron communication, host-microbiota interactions, and epithelial barrier function during health and disease. The successful candidate will apply cutting-edge molecular, cellular, immunological, and genomic approaches to study inflammatory bowel disease and immune-mediated disorders. St. Jude provides a collaborative world-class research environment, competitive compensation starting at $72,500 per year, and comprehensive professional development support.
What you'll do
- Design and execute molecular, cellular, immunological, and genomic experiments investigating intestinal homeostasis and host defense.
- Study immune-neuron communication in the gut and host-microbiota interactions.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data related to inflammatory bowel disease and immune-mediated disorders.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of scientists within a world-class research institution.
- Participate in grant writing workshops, professional development programs, and scientific manuscript preparation.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related biomedical science field
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated research experience in immunology, cellular biology, or molecular biology
- Proficiency in cutting-edge molecular and immunological experimental techniques
- Strong background in analyzing genomic or cellular datasets
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- No specific nationality restrictions mentioned; open to qualified applicants in biomedical sciences
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-11
Interested candidates should submit their application through the online career portal provided by the institution. Ensure all required application materials are included for human review by the hiring team.
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