Postdoctoral Associate, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisia[...]

Overview Category: Boston University Medical Campus --> Postdoctoral Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts Tracking Code: 26599937050311 Posted Date: 3/11/2026 Salary: $70,000.00 (minimum) to $70,000.00 (maximum). The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Responsibilities The postdoctoral associate will spend at least 80% of their time on research activities, including: Design and execution of murine infection models and assessment of lymphatic vessel function. Performance of single-cell RNA sequencing, lineage tracing, and high-resolution calcium imaging experiments. Analysis and interpretation of transcriptomic, imaging, and functional data. Testing pharmacological interventions and bacterial toxin inhibitors in vivo. Collaboration with clinical and translational research teams. Co-authoring manuscripts, presenting findings at scientific conferences, and contributing to grant preparation. The remaining 20% may include: Mentoring graduate students and research assistants. Participating in laboratory meetings, journal clubs, and institutional seminars. Contributing to manuscript and grant writing efforts. Requirements Required Skills: We seek candidates with expertise in vascular biology, immunology, microbiology, or related fields. Strong background in one or more of the following areas is required: Experience with murine infection models, particularly cutaneous or soft tissue infection models. Proficiency in functional imaging techniques such as intravital imaging. Familiarity with single-cell RNA sequencing, bioinformatics analysis, or lineage tracing approaches. Experience with vessel isolation, ex vivo functional assays, or vascular smooth muscle cell biology. Candidates with expertise in bacterial pathogenesis, toxin biology, host-pathogen interactions, or pharmacological intervention studies are especially encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working at the interface of microbiology, vascular biology, and immunology and conducting hypothesis-driven research with translational implications. Appointment Details Duration: Three years, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding. Salary: $70K. Application Instructions Email a Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter explaining your research interests to Dennis Jones, PhD, View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston University