Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-1 Persistence and Cure
Postdoctoral Fellow – HIV-1 Persistence and Cure
An NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellow position is immediately available in the Romerio Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying HIV-1 persistence and to develop innovative strategies toward an HIV-1 cure.
Our research focuses on how viral and host factors enable HIV-1 to persist despite antiretroviral therapy, with particular emphasis on the RNA and protein products of the HIV-1 antisense gene asp. The lab investigates basic molecular mechanisms of viral persistence and pursues translational applications of our findings.
We are seeking a scientist with demonstrated expertise in molecular biology and virology. Experience with HIV-1, viral latency, gene regulation, and lentiviral vector engineering is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, highly motivated, well-organized, technically proficient, critically minded, and able to work independently but collaboratively with others. excited by challenging biological questions and translational research aimed at developing new strategies to achieve an HIV-1 cure.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in virology, molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or a related field
- Demonstrated research experience in molecular biology and virology
- Proven experience with the production and use of lentiviral vectors
- Strong record of experimental research and scientific communication
Preferred:
- Experience with HIV-1 or other retroviruses
- Experience studying viral latency, persistence, or reservoir biology
- Expertise in molecular cloning, mammalian cell culture, gene expression analysis, and/or viral vector engineering
- A strong interest in translational research and HIV-1 cure strategies
Applications
Email a CV, a brief statement describing their research experience and interests, and contact information for three references to: [email protected].
