Position Summary

The Rosen lab studies Klebsiella pneumoniae pathogenesis, virulence and immune response. This increasingly resistant pathogen frequently causes pneumonia, sepsis and urinary tract infection in hospitalized patients. We are interested in the host immune response to Klebsiella pneumoniae.  Specifically, we are identifying important antigenic proteins presented by the bacterium and the milieu of host cells (T cell subsets, etc.) responsible for responding to this organism, both in acute and adaptive models of infection. Additionally, we are dissecting mechanisms of infection, including regulatory control of numerous virulence factors in different host niches. 

We are seeking an energetic, highly-motivated postdoctoral research associate to carry out in vitro and in vivo experiments. Techniques include flow cytometry, immune cell transfers, cloning and molecular biology, biochemistry, cell/tissue culture, fluorescence and confocal microscopy, and analysis of RNAseq or other data sets.  

Candidates should have experience in immunology, bacteriology, and molecular biology. In addition, candidates should have strong research skills, have effective oral and written communication skills, be highly motivated and creative, and be able to work both independently and within a team.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Applicants should send a cover letter including a description of career goals, curriculum vitae, recent publication(s), and the names and contact information for 3 references (including the PhD mentor, if applicable) to Dr. David Rosen (rosend@wustl.edu).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Bacteriology, Cell Cultures, Cloning, Flow Cytometry, Microscopies, Molecular Biology Techniques, Mouse Models

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