Post-Doctoral Associate - Quantitative Imaging & Human Retroviruses

A postdoctoral researcher is sought to join an interdisciplinary research team (Profs. Louis Mansky, Joachim Mueller and Wei Zhang) using cryoelectron microscopy/tomography (cryo-EM/ET) and quantitative fluorescence imaging technologies (e.g., TIRF, PALM, FCS) to ongoing studies of human retrovirus (HIV & HTLV) particle assembly.

Successful recruits will possess a terminal doctorate (ideally PhD degree) with strong experience in biomedical and/or physical sciences and will be expected to acquire extensive training in either cryo-EM/ET or quantitative fluorescence imaging. They will join a strongly interactive, collaborative and collegial research environment. Minneapolis is a dynamic and progressive city with outstanding cultural attractions and a high standard of living. For more info, see: https://www.minneapolis.org/visitor-information/

The Institute for Molecular Virology (IMV) serves as the nexus for the virology research community at the University of Minnesota and provides an outstanding research environment for postdoctoral study. For more info, see: https://www.virology.umn.edu

A robust career development program will be individually crafted for each postdoctoral researcher, which will emphasize not only research excellence, but also acquiring excellence in other skill sets to enhance successful job placement following the completion of their postdoctoral studies. An Individualized Development Plan (IDP) will be utilized to help chart progress, celebrate achievements, and address deficiencies. A key objective is to ensure that postdoctoral researchers are well prepared to compete in the job market, including positions as an independent investigator.

Please document all required qualifications on application materials.

Required Qualifications

• PhD, DDS, DVM, JD, MD or equivalent is required
• Strong experience in biomedical and/or physical sciences

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Pay Range: $62,232 - $75,564 USD/year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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