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A POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Linda Bradley for studies on the regulation of T cell differentiation and responses in the settings of acute and chronic virus infections and cancer. The laboratory studies adaptive and innate immune mechanisms that act as checkpoint regulators of T cell immune responses using murine models as well as clinical translation in in studies of cancer immunotherapy. 

The Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is located on the Torrey Pines Mesa in La Jolla in close proximity to several research institutes and the UCSD Moore’s Cancer Center where the Bradley Laboratory has ongoing collaborations.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should apply online to the Sanford Burnham Prebys career site by submitting one PDF document with an an introductory letter with a statement of research and technical experience, current CV, at least 3 references and list of any publications or accomplishments. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform experimental approaches to study T-cell functions using in vivo models
• Independently design and execute experiments
• Analyze and interpret data 
• Work in collaboration with other team members and external collaborations
• Contribute to publications

Required Skills Required Experience

• Ph.D. degree in Science is required
• Doctoral degree in immunology with expertise in T cell immunology and in experimental approaches to study T cell functions using in vivo models is preferred
• A strong publication record is preferred
• Eligibility to apply for fellowship support is required

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

• Highly motivated individual
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Embody the Institute's core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community and Compassion

The scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute are making research breakthroughs in cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and children's disease. We are also at the forefront of finding solutions for health threats such as COVID-19, where we are working to identify drugs that may help millions of people. During our more than 40 year history, we have established an NCI-designated Cancer Center, designed one of the most sophisticated drug discovery centers in the nonprofit world, and created global collaborations that are leading to preventions, treatments and cures to improve human health.  

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is an Equal Opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability – committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state or local law. For additional information about your rights as an applicant, click HERE. 

• Must be able to work as a team and also individually
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to read and interpret both written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to stand 8 hours a day
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to lift 45 pounds occasionally
• Overtime may be required