Colorado State University
Postdoctoral Fellow - Henao-Tamayo & Obregon Labs
Colorado State University, Billings Metropolitan Area, Montana, United States,
Postdoctoral Fellow - Henao-Tamayo & Obregon Labs
Please see Special Instructions for more details.For full consideration please apply on or before July 15, 2024 by 11:59pm (MT). To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. This position will remain open until filled.In your cover letter, please specifically address the required and preferred job qualifications of this position. A cover letter that fails to address the required and preferred qualifications of this position may not be further considered after review by the search committee.CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.Position Location:
Fort Collins, COWork Location:
Position is fully in-office/in-personResearch Professional Position:
YesPosting Number:
202401024APPosition Type:
Admin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification Title:
Postdoctoral FellowsNumber of Vacancies:
Not specifiedWork Hours/Week:
40Proposed Annual Salary Range:
$53,760 - $64,144Employee Benefits:
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to
diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.Description of Work Unit:
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP) Department is comprised of over 400 individuals who share a common passion for solving some of the most important human and animal health problems today.Position Summary:
We are seeking an outstanding post-doctoral fellow interested in in-depth immunologic analyses of tissue-specific and systemic responses in small animals, to identify the key immune responses needed for protection against Mycobacterium tuberculosis; and immunologic targets that can be used to improve TB vaccine strategies. These studies involve animal infections with M. tuberculosis and non-tuberculous mycobacteria, animal necropsies, cell isolation, cell staining, flow cytometry, histopathology, in-situ hybridization, multiplexed immunohistochemistry and advanced computational analysis of immunological and sequencing data. The successful candidate will report to Dr. Marcela Henao-Tamayo and Dr. Andres Obregon.Required Job Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD/PhD or DVM/PhD in the areas of Immunology, pathology, mycobacteriology or molecular biology.The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, knowledge of standard computer applications, and the ability to work productively as a member of a large and diverse research team.Experience handling and manipulating small animal models.Experience with immunological methods, including flow cytometry.Experience with animal necropsy and tissue handling.Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, M. avium or M. abscessus, flow cytometry, pathology and histopathology, development of tissue-based methods for immune cell identification, cellular immunology and animal handling skills for both mouse and guinea pig.BSL-3 experience is highly desirable. Experience with computational applications such as “R” or “Python” is desirable along with experience in sequencing data analysis.Manuscript writing experience proven by publications.Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.Job Duties
Job duties include:Management of several strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (a BSL-3 pathogen)Mouse and guinea pig handlingAnimal necropsyFlow Cytometry of single-cell suspensionsCell preparation and cell sortingCytometric flow analysisStaining of fixed or frozen tissues with immunological markersRT-PCRAdvanced image analysis of tissue detection methodsAssessment of cellular, molecular, and computational immunological endpoints in preclinical projectsContribute to study reports, statistical analysis plans, and grant applicationsWork closely under supervision to implement research projects that further the understanding and development of effective vaccinesCommitted participation as a team member to support experimental designDeveloping immunoassay methodology following scientific literature review, quality standards, and discussion with peers, as requiredResponsible for following Standard Operating ProceduresRecords procedures, outcomes, and observations in lab notebook following established guidelinesUtilize established mathematical and scientific techniques to compile, critically analyze, and interpret dataProficiency in MS Office, scientific data/graphics programs, flow cytometry software, biostatistics, and R programmingCommunicate with research management regularlyPrepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journalsPresent research to the group and internal/external scientific meetingsContributes to maintenance of the sample repository including sample tracking proceduresConditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - BSL-3References Requested
Minimum Requested: 3Maximum Requested: 3
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.For full consideration please apply on or before July 15, 2024 by 11:59pm (MT). To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. This position will remain open until filled.In your cover letter, please specifically address the required and preferred job qualifications of this position. A cover letter that fails to address the required and preferred qualifications of this position may not be further considered after review by the search committee.CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.Position Location:
Fort Collins, COWork Location:
Position is fully in-office/in-personResearch Professional Position:
YesPosting Number:
202401024APPosition Type:
Admin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification Title:
Postdoctoral FellowsNumber of Vacancies:
Not specifiedWork Hours/Week:
40Proposed Annual Salary Range:
$53,760 - $64,144Employee Benefits:
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to
diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.Description of Work Unit:
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. The Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP) Department is comprised of over 400 individuals who share a common passion for solving some of the most important human and animal health problems today.Position Summary:
We are seeking an outstanding post-doctoral fellow interested in in-depth immunologic analyses of tissue-specific and systemic responses in small animals, to identify the key immune responses needed for protection against Mycobacterium tuberculosis; and immunologic targets that can be used to improve TB vaccine strategies. These studies involve animal infections with M. tuberculosis and non-tuberculous mycobacteria, animal necropsies, cell isolation, cell staining, flow cytometry, histopathology, in-situ hybridization, multiplexed immunohistochemistry and advanced computational analysis of immunological and sequencing data. The successful candidate will report to Dr. Marcela Henao-Tamayo and Dr. Andres Obregon.Required Job Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD/PhD or DVM/PhD in the areas of Immunology, pathology, mycobacteriology or molecular biology.The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, knowledge of standard computer applications, and the ability to work productively as a member of a large and diverse research team.Experience handling and manipulating small animal models.Experience with immunological methods, including flow cytometry.Experience with animal necropsy and tissue handling.Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, M. avium or M. abscessus, flow cytometry, pathology and histopathology, development of tissue-based methods for immune cell identification, cellular immunology and animal handling skills for both mouse and guinea pig.BSL-3 experience is highly desirable. Experience with computational applications such as “R” or “Python” is desirable along with experience in sequencing data analysis.Manuscript writing experience proven by publications.Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.Job Duties
Job duties include:Management of several strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (a BSL-3 pathogen)Mouse and guinea pig handlingAnimal necropsyFlow Cytometry of single-cell suspensionsCell preparation and cell sortingCytometric flow analysisStaining of fixed or frozen tissues with immunological markersRT-PCRAdvanced image analysis of tissue detection methodsAssessment of cellular, molecular, and computational immunological endpoints in preclinical projectsContribute to study reports, statistical analysis plans, and grant applicationsWork closely under supervision to implement research projects that further the understanding and development of effective vaccinesCommitted participation as a team member to support experimental designDeveloping immunoassay methodology following scientific literature review, quality standards, and discussion with peers, as requiredResponsible for following Standard Operating ProceduresRecords procedures, outcomes, and observations in lab notebook following established guidelinesUtilize established mathematical and scientific techniques to compile, critically analyze, and interpret dataProficiency in MS Office, scientific data/graphics programs, flow cytometry software, biostatistics, and R programmingCommunicate with research management regularlyPrepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journalsPresent research to the group and internal/external scientific meetingsContributes to maintenance of the sample repository including sample tracking proceduresConditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - BSL-3References Requested
Minimum Requested: 3Maximum Requested: 3
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