POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Microbiology - D Orso Lab

A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Ivan DOrso in the Department of Microbiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study transcriptional regulatory mechanisms shaping immune cell fate and viral latency.

The DOrso Lab has many exciting ongoing projects related to the transcription and epigenetic regulation of human and viral genes. We are seeking a highly motivated individual interested to investigate various basic aspects of transcriptional regulation in the context of immune cell fate responses and HIV-1 latency. To this end we are using a multidisciplinary approach including cellular and molecular biology, chemical biology, and genomics.

The Department of Microbiology provides a dynamic collaborative and integrative research and training environment with state-of-the-art facilities. Information on our postdoctoral training program benefits and a virtual tour can be found at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in mechanisms of transcription regulation with a strong background in molecular and cellular biology and/or genomics. The candidate should have a strong publication record in quality peer-reviewed journals, demonstrated creative thinking, be able to work independently, and have the ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Please submit a CV or resume, brief statement of interests and accomplishments, and a list of three references.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

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• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
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