Postdoctoral Scholar (Vibrio cholerae pathogenesis and interactions with the gut microbiota)

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Description We are seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar with interests in bacterial genomics, the gut microbiome, microbiology, and global health to join the Weil Lab in the University of Washington Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases. The Weil Lab is focused on identifying pathogen-host microbe interactions mechanisms of protection against Vibrio cholerae , the causative agent of cholera. We perform detailed studies using specimens derived from human samples. Projects include: The candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to one or more projects, learning advanced cellular and molecular biology and anaerobic microbiology techniques. The candidate’s day will be split between benchwork to generate data, and computer work to generate reports, keep records, write manuscripts, prepare presentations, etc. The ideal candidate will have post-graduation experience in bacterial genomics and have published (or under review) several papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The work is highly collaborative, so excellent written and oral communication skills are required as is the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management s...