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Job Description
Title:
Postdoctoral Associate, Virology and Infectious Disease Location:
Onsite, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Type:
Direct-Hire/Permanent Hours:
Standard business hours
Start:
May Overview:
Join a cutting-edge lab to discover novel therapeutics that are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on developing and applying advanced human-relevant in vitro models for infectious disease research. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge studies at the interface of virology, microphysiological systems (Organs-on-Chips), and translational biomedical science
Responsibilities:
Play a key intellectual and technical role in the research program Design and execute virology experiments, including viral propagation, titration, and controlled infection studies using relevant in vitro systems Perform laboratory work in compliance with institutional biosafety and regulatory requirements, including work in enhanced containment environments as applicable Contribute to experimental planning, protocol development, and optimization of infection workflows Generate and analyze virological and host-response data, including infection kinetics, cellular responses, and therapeutic effects Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate virology workflows with microphysiological systems and broader study objectives Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experimental procedures and results Contribute to preparation of manuscripts, reports, and grant applications Mentor trainees and assist in training of laboratory personnel as needed
Requirements:
Ph.D. in Virology, Microbiology, Immunology, or a related field Experience with human and zoonotic viruses, including handling, propagation, and quantitative assays Strong background in cell-based infection models and experimental design Demonstrated ability to work in regulated laboratory environments and adhere to biosafety protocols Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
Experience working in enhanced containment laboratory environments (e.g., BSL-3 and/or BSL-4) Familiarity with host-pathogen interactions and antiviral evaluation strategies Experience with quantitative virology methods (e.g., TCID50, plaque assays, molecular assays) Experience working in interdisciplinary teams integrating biology and engineering M3
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