Post Doctoral Fellow, Cell Engineering and Immunotherapy - Military Veterans

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Job Overview

A Postdoctoral fellow position is available immediately in Dr. Nalinikanth Kotagiri's laboratory within the Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Cincinnati, USA. We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team for a NIH-funded project focused on immune cell engineering, particularly CAR-T cells. This project aims to develop techniques for monitoring CAR-T cell behavior and distribution in real-time to enhance their therapeutic application in cancer treatment.

Essential Functions

• Design and engineer immune cells, like chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cells with novel functionalities.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate immune cell efficacy and safety.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of immunologists, bioengineers, and clinicians.
• Present research findings in internal meetings and at scientific conferences.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in high-impact journals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the collaborative lab environment.

Required Education

Doctoral Degree in the appropriate field or discipline, or the recognized terminal degree

Required Experience

• In-depth knowledge of specialized field, process or discipline.
• May require experience with specialized software programs.

Required Trainings/Certifications

N/A

Additional Qualifications Considered

• PhD in Immunology, Bioengineering, Cell Biology, or related field.
• Strong experience in cell engineering, particularly CAR-T cells or other immune cell therapies.
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including gene editing (CRISPR), viral vector production, and flow cytometry.
• Experience in animal models and/or immunotherapy.
• Experience in molecular imaging is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication and writing skills.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Interested candidates should upload their CV, a cover letter outlining their research experience and interest in this position and contact information for three references.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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