Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Molecular Biology/Molecular Genetics

Job Title:
Virology/Molecular Biology Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Number:
137397

Location:
San Diego, US

Job Description
Postdoctoral Position - Host-Pathogen Interactions, Molecular Virology

The Raju Lab at UC San Diego seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to investigate how viruses engage the mammalian immune system. Our group studies host-pathogen interactions with a focus on the molecular basis of virus entry and replication using emerging RNA viruses as model systems.

Projects integrate molecular virology, immunology, and structural biology to define viral determinants of host range, dissect B cell and antibody responses, and map virus-receptor or virus-antibody interfaces. Approaches include reverse genetics, reporter virus systems, high-dimensional flow cytometry, single-cell and repertoire sequencing, and cryo-EM collaborations.

Qualifications

Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Virology, Immunology, or related field.

Experience with cell culture, virologic analyses, and flow cytometry is preferred.

Experience in next-generation sequencing, library-based analysis, and CRISPR-screening is preferred.

Strong record of productivity and enthusiasm for mechanistic science.

Environment
UCSD offers exceptional resources for molecular virology and immunology, with access to BSL-2 facilities, Cytek spectral flow cytometry, structural biology, and proteomics cores. The lab emphasizes rigorous, creative, and collaborative science with individualized mentorship and career development.

To Apply
Send a single PDF with (1) CV, (2) brief statement of research interests and goals, and (3) contact information for three references to saraju at ucsd dot edu. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity
UC San Diego is an AA/EOE. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Application Deadline
2026-12-01

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