Principal Investigator: Kun Li, PhD
Lerner Research Institute Department: Florida Research and Innovation Center
Lab Research Topics:
- Virology
- Immunopathogenesis
- Host-Pathogen Interactions
- Antiviral Therapeutics
- Disease Modeling
- For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/florida/li/.
Job Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Design and execute experiments to investigate the pathogenesis of coronaviruses and evaluate potential therapeutic candidates using both in vitro and in vivo models
- Analyze and interpret complex biological data, contribute to scientific publications, and present findings at conferences
Education:
- PhD or MD/PhD required
- MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD
Languages:
- English Proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa status
Work Experience:
- Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement
- Scientific writing experience
Additional Preferred Qualities:
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Experience with Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) containment, or at least one year of experience with BSL-2
- Familiarity with animal handling and infection models
- Familiarity with single-cell sequencing techniques
- Less than three years of postdoctoral experience
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
- Ability to distinguish color
- Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
- Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds
- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory
Preferred Application Materials:
- CV
- References list
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Florida Research and Innovation Center
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