Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2025-2026


Position Title
Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology


Classification Title
Postdoctoral Associate


Department
Microbiology and Immunology


Posting Number
R260040


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Employer
Research Foundation


Position Type
RF Professional


Job Type
Full-Time


Appointment Term

Salary Grade
E.89

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary


The Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the lab of Dr. Yolanda Huang within the Department of Microbiology & Immunology . Our overarching research goal is to advance our understanding of the gut microbiota at the molecular level. We study microbial functions important for bacteria to colonize and survive in the gut habitat. Potential projects include studying carbon metabolic pathways and genetic determinants underlying bacteria-phage interactions in Bacteroidales. We are a new lab looking to grow with funding from foundation and NIH. Research projects leverage cutting-edge techniques, including DNA barcoding, sequencing techniques, and high-throughput functional genomics.

Responsibilities will include leading research projects, developing new protocols, mentoring others in the lab, presenting research outcomes, and publishing. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field, and have demonstrated research productivity. The lab is committed to the success of all members and provides mentorship and opportunities for research and career development.

Expertise in any of the following areas is an asset: microbiology of anaerobes and phages, assay development, functional genomics, generation and analysis of sequencing data, -omics techniques, bioinformatics, biochemistry, and analytical chemistry (HPLC, LC-MS).

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• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in one or more of the following: isolation/cultivation of anaerobes and/or phages, anaerobic techniques, functional genomics, sequencing, high-throughput assay development, biochemistry, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry (LC-MS, HPLC), and microbial genetics
• Ability to analyze, publish, and present research data
• Self-motivation, ability to work independently and collaborative within a team, time-management and organizational skills, strong communication skills

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Physical Demands

Driving Requirements

Salary Range
$55,000 - $65,000


Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.


Work Hours


37.5 hours per week

Campus
Downtown Campus


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Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No


Background Check Notification

Contact Information


Contact's Name
Yolanda Huang


Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Assistant Professor


Contact's Email
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Contact's Phone
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Posting Dates


Posted
03/06/2026


Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled


Date to be filled

References


Number of references required
3


Reference Cutoff Date

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