Postdoctoral Research Associate – HIV Vaccine Immunogen Design
Location
Ames, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 22, 2026
Position Title:Postdoctoral Research Associate – HIV Vaccine Immunogen Design
Appointment Type:Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
This postdoctoral position focuses on the design, development, and evaluation of novel antigens to advance HIV-1 vaccine research. The successful candidate will conduct structure-based immunogen design, molecular cloning, and production of immunogens, and will evaluate immune responses using a range of biochemical and immunological assays. The role includes working in BSL-2 laboratory environments, performing mammalian cell culture, and supporting small animal studies (e.g., mice and rabbits).
In addition, the position involves mentoring junior laboratory members, contributing to manuscript preparation, and assisting with the development of grant proposals.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in molecular biology, virology, immunology, microbiology, or...
Appointment Type:Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
This postdoctoral position focuses on the design, development, and evaluation of novel antigens to advance HIV-1 vaccine research. The successful candidate will conduct structure-based immunogen design, molecular cloning, and production of immunogens, and will evaluate immune responses using a range of biochemical and immunological assays. The role includes working in BSL-2 laboratory environments, performing mammalian cell culture, and supporting small animal studies (e.g., mice and rabbits).
In addition, the position involves mentoring junior laboratory members, contributing to manuscript preparation, and assisting with the development of grant proposals.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in molecular biology, virology, immunology, microbiology, or...