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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute (SBP) is currently accepting applications for POSTDOCTORAL TRAINING in our exciting T32 Program: Frontiers in Immunology. 

The goal of this multi-thematic postdoctoral training program is to prepare trainees for an independent career in fundamental or translational immunology through a rigorous laboratory experience combined with enrichment activities and opportunities to participate in therapeutic development projects. Emphasis is placed on understanding the cellular and molecular basis of immune cell activation in the appropriate context of an immune response to infectious organisms and toxins, or the dysregulation that occurs in the context of chronic inflammation and autoimmunity. These fundamental insights provide the basis for novel therapeutic approaches in infectious disease, autoimmunity and cancer that will be tested in pre-clinical models

The program is designed to establish proficiency in molecular and cellular techniques, and the critical design and interpretation of relevant in vivo models. These goals are facilitated by the integration of state-of-the-art technological disciplines supporting the research activities. The program integrates four major themes:

(1) adaptive immunity

(2) innate immunity

(3) mechanisms of immunity

(4) systems immunobiology

This 3-year training program is designed to maximize high-impact interdisciplinary training in fundamental and translational immunology, and if desired, postdocs will have the opportunity to participate in an early-stage drug development project. In addition to scientific training, postdocs will participate in professional development programs through which they will gain skills in leadership and management, as well as an understanding of the vast array of career paths in available to them following their training. To learn more about the T32 program, please check out: https://www.sbpdiscovery.org/education/NIH-T32-Fellowships/frontiers-fundamental-translational-immunology. 

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should apply online to the SBP career site. Click on the link below and upload one PDF document that contains a cover letter, CV, list of 2-3 references, personal statement, and research statement. 

Required Skills Required Experience

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
2. Have a PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or doctoral equivalent (MDs must be committed to training in immunology research without clinical responsibilities)
3. Must be within 3 years of obtaining a PhD or equivalent

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

1. Background in immunology and immunology research
2. Commitment to pursuing an independent immunology research or research-related career

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 emerging 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.