Postdoc needed For lab of Dr. Jabra-Rizk Division of Diagnostic Sciences
- Employer
- University of Maryland Baltimore
- Location
- Baltimore, MD
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- Position Type
- Postdoc
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jabra-Rizk at the University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Dentistry. The research in our laboratory focuses on investigating the pathogenesis of Candida species. The laboratory is currently working with the fungal pathogen Candida auris; specifically, we are performing in vitro and in vivo transcriptional analysis using RNAseq and CRISPR-Cas-9 system to generate knock out mutants. Other ongoing projects involve using animal models of infections to study host-pathogen interactions and development of novel therapeutic strategies.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a background in microbiology and fungal and molecular biology and preferably experience working with rodent models of infections. A thorough knowledge of the English language with good writing and oral communication skills are required as well as the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Interested candidates meeting these criteria should contact Dr. Jabra-Rizk by email at mrizk@umaryland.edu. Salary is with accordance to NIH guidelines and includes fringe benefits as per University of Maryland policy.The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Candidates must have a background in microbiology and fungal and molecular biology and preferably experience working with rodent models of infections. A thorough knowledge of the English language with good writing and oral communication skills are required as well as the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Interested candidates meeting these criteria should contact Dr. Jabra-Rizk by email at mrizk@umaryland.edu. Salary is with accordance to NIH guidelines and includes fringe benefits as per University of Maryland policy. The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.Candidates must have a background in microbiology and fungal and molecular biology and preferably experience working with rodent models of infections. A thorough knowledge of the English language with good writing and oral communication skills are required as well as the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Interested candidates meeting these criteria should contact Dr. Jabra-Rizk by email at mrizk@umaryland.edu. Salary is with accordance to NIH guidelines and includes fringe benefits as per University of Maryland policy. The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Job: Postdoctoral Fellows
Organization: School of Dentistry - Clinical Science
Job Posting: May 6, 2022
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