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Faculty Positions in Microbiology
 
The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine has tenure-track faculty positions available at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. The research focus for this recruitment is medically relevant microbiology, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, with emphasis on host-pathogen interactions, immunology of infections, cellular microbiology and evolutionary dynamics within the microbiome. The MMG faculty are members of the Graduate Program in Microbiology and Immunology (PMI) as well as other graduate programs. The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is consistently among the top ten in NIH-funded medical schools in the U.S. and is located in one of America’s most livable cities.
 
Requirements for Assistant Professor include a MD and/or a PhD in the field of Microbiology or Immunology, 3 or more years of post-graduate research experience and a strong publication record.  Associate Professor applicants should have a MD and/or PhD in the field of Microbiology or Immunology, 6 years of experience as a faculty member in a University, a strong publication record, and the potential to develop and sustain a strong independent research program and attract extramural grant support.  Applicants for appointment as associate professor must also have an established track record of independent publications and funding. All faculty members are also expected to contribute to graduate and medical school teaching activities.

Qualified candidates should apply through Talent Center and this link: Home | Talent Center: Careers at Pitt | University of Pittsburgh to requisition number 23007488.  Please include your cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 3-page summary of your research plans, and the names and contact information for three letters of recommendation.

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics currently has more than 30 primary faculty members with a diverse range of research interests, including virology, host-pathogen interactions, bacterial pathogenesis, immunology of infectious disease, microbial evolution and adaptation, and therapeutic and vaccine strategies against infections. For additional information about the Department and the School of Medicine, please visit our website:  http://www.mmg.pitt.edu

Preference will be given to candidates whose completed applications are received by January 15, 2024.  The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.


RESEARCH Technician RBL STAFF POSITION
Laboratory of Dr. JoAnne Flynn| University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA, 15219  U.S.A.

 

The incumbent will work as part of a team conducting research on tuberculosis. Responsibilities will include using advanced molecular, immunologic, and microbiologic assays on blood and tissues specimens from animals experimentally infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The incumbent will follow established protocols, troubleshoot protocols as necessary, and collect and analyze data. Much of the work will be conducted at either BioSafety Level-2 or at BioSafety Level-3 in the Regional Biocontainment Laboratory, requiring a DOJ background check. The incumbent will assist senior researchers in developing research proposals and papers and maintain organized records. Experience with infectious disease research or immunologic techniques such as FACS and ELISPOT is a plus.

 

Bachelor level degree with preference given to those with degrees in biology, immunology, molecular biology, or chemistry. At least 1 year experience in an immunology, microbiology, or a related laboratory.  Interested candidates should apply here.

 


Job Description - Post Doctoral Associate (24001352)

Post Doctoral Associate

Med-Microbiology and Molecular Genetics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24001352)

 

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (MMG) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. The laboratory studies antiretroviral therapeutics used for HIV-1 prevention and suppression, including understanding virus-host protein interactions that can be exploited as novel drug targets, and the impact of drug resistance on HIV-1 transmission, prevention, and treatment. Recently our studies have expanded to SARS-CoV-2 replication biology.  

Project Overview

The goal of this NIH-funded project is to understand the role of host proteins during SARS-CoV-2 RNA synthesis and trafficking in infected epithelial cell lines and primary epithelial cells, using molecular and cellular virology assays and confocal and super-resolution microscopy. The postdoctoral fellow will also work closely with collaborators to perform correlative light-electron microscopy. Improved understanding of SARS-CoV-2 infection may lead to more effective COVID-19 therapies and could prepare us for preventing or treating new coronaviruses that arise in the future. The successful applicant will be encouraged to present their research at local and international conferences and apply for research grants (e.g., T32, F32, K01/K99, or foundation award).

Qualifications

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, independent, and collaborative scientist with a PhD (or equivalent) in virology or cell biology. The applicant should have experience in cell culture, molecular biology (e.g., mutagenesis, cloning, qPCR), and confocal microscopy. Ideally, the applicant will also have experience working with BSL-2+ or BSL-3 pathogens. The applicant should have excellent organizational skills and effective communication skills.

Who We Are

The laboratory consists of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive group of scientists who are excited about virology with a common goal of finding better prevention and treatments for HIV/AIDS and SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19. We value working together to perform high-quality research and to mentor the next generation of researchers. The laboratory is a member of the Center for Vaccine Research, Pittsburgh Center for HIV Protein Interactions, Center for Evolutionary Biology and Medicine, and Hillman Cancer Virology Program. The Department of MMG has deep roots in microbiology, virology, biochemistry, and genetics research, addressing some of the most important questions in biomedical research. The Pitt School of Medicine ranks in the top 15 U.S. medical schools for research and the city of Pittsburgh has repeatedly been ranked among the nation’s most livable cities.  The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equity of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE including disability/vets.

Website: https://ambrose-lab.com/