Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-30030-274

Postdoctoral Fellow – Virus–Host Interactions & Airway Antiviral Defense

The Miorin Team is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate virus–host interactions that drive pathogenesis, with a particular emphasis on airway biology and antiviral defense. This role offers the opportunity to pursue cutting-edge virology and cell biology in a collaborative, well-resourced environment.

We Offer

• Access to world-class core facilities at Mount Sinai.
• A dynamic, international environment within the Global Health & Emerging Pathogens Institute.
• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with NIH guidelines.
• Strong mentorship and support for professional development.

How to Apply

Please email a single PDF to Dr. Lisa Miorin (lisa.miorin@mssm.edu) containing:

• Cover letter describing research interests and career goals
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for 2?3 references

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.Technical Duties:

• Flow-cytometry
• ELISA
• WB
• ELISPOT
• qPCR
• CyTOF data analyses
• Mouse work

Educational and other Requirements for the position:

MD or PhD:

Experience Required:

MD or PhD:

• Lead independent and collaborative projects on respiratory virus–host mechanisms.
• Apply molecular virology,advanced cell culture systems(ALI and iPSC-derived models),microscopy,proteomics, and in vivo mouse models.
• Analyze data, write manuscripts, and present at lab meetings and conferences.
• Help mentor students and contribute to a supportive lab culture.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Virology, Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in molecular virology, cell biology, or immunology.
• Preferred experience in one or more: respiratory viruses; cilia/airway epithelial models; microscopy; mouse models of infection.
• Excellent communication skills; self-driven; team-oriented.