The Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute (VGTI) at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has assembled a multidisciplinary team of scientists to respond to serious viral disease threats, including AIDS, chronic viral infection-associated diseases, newly emerging viral diseases and infectious diseases of the elderly. Our programs are intended to span the continuum between basic and clinical science, in which discoveries are rapidly advanced from the level of molecular and cellular biology through animal models and ultimately into clinical testing. The development of this unique program in immunology and virology provides an important training opportunity for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at OHSU. This is why an important part of our mission is the training of young scientists in newer academic disciplines emerging at the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute.

Located in the Trautmann lab within the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute at OHSU. Post-Doctoral scholars will be expected to perform research consistent with the goals of an OHSU principal investigator (PI), Lydie Trautmann, requiring specialized or technological expertise including:

• Performs contemporary and emerging technologies to analyze in human T cell immunology (human and non human primate), and developing new tools in cellular biology, immunology, neuroimmunology and virology.

• Analyze, interpret and prepare data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publication in scientific journals.

Post-Doctoral scholars will participate in a significant research program or multiple large programs of high visibility. Collaborates with stakeholders on developing and performing research. Data analysis and interpretation, preparation of manuscripts, and presentations. Oversee and train up to three employees within the lab. Additional duties as assigned.

Education: PhD or equivalent from an accredited college/university in molecular and cell biology. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency

Experience: 2-4 years of experience

Job Related Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the subject disciplines
• Demonstrate research experience
• Demonstrate a capability of working within a project team to achieve results
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project
• Ability to work in a team, and relate to staff from a variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Willingness to work with pathogens potentially dangerous to humans
• Willingness to work in Biosafety Level 2 and 3 facilities
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours
• Ability and willingness to work independently
• Ability to carry and lift 35 lbs.
• Ability to stand for three continuous hours a day
• Ability to work on computer for five continuous hours a day
• Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Education: PhD with experience in Immunology

Experience: Experience working with primary human cell culture

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.