Postdoctoral Scholar

4 weeks ago


Memphis, Tennessee, United States The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) Full time

This position is for an individual to work in Dr. Maria Gomes-Solecki (PI) laboratory. Under the direction of the Principal

Investigator (PI) the Post Doc will perform a variety of well-defined laboratory operations in the Department of Microbiology,

Immunology and Biochemistry.

The research field is host-pathogen interactions in mouse models of spirochetal infections that can cause Lyme disease and leptospirosis.

Qualifications

PhD or equivalent degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or related fields.

Must be highly skilled and knowledgeable in common microbiology techniques, molecular biology, biochemistry, tissue culture and immunology. Must be able to work under BSL2 conditions and operate without direct supervision. Mandatory work with laboratory animals (ABSL1/ABSL2). Familiarity with Compliance (IBC, IACUC) and Lab safety protocols.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is the flagship statewide, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UTHSC contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.

Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Science Center is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT's doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges -- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UTHSC spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UTHSC is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state's largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.

Memphis boasts attractions, including Elvis Presley's Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.


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