Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Fellow

Description

ADA Forsyth Institute is a globally recognized independent nonprofit research institution dedicated to advancing oral health and addressing various systemic diseases.

We currently have an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Assistant in Dr. Zhou's laboratory at ADA Forsyth. The Zhou lab utilizes diverse mouse models and a 3D organoid culture system, coupled with immunological and cellular biological approaches to exploring strategies to enhance stem/progenitor cell-based tissues and alleviate autoimmune inflammation in the context of Sjogren’s syndrome, a chronic autoimmune disorder.

Desired Skills and Experience:

For the Postdoctoral Position:

• Ph.D. degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or a related discipline, with a proven track record of first-author publications.
• Hands-on experience in mouse models and cell culture, along with skills in flow cytometry and immunohistochemical staining, are essential.
• Prior experience in research related to stem cells, autoimmune disorders, and inflammatory diseases is advantageous.
  
  

For the Research Assistant Position:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or a related discipline.
• Practical experience with mouse models and cell culture is required.
• Previous experience in flow cytometry and immunohistochemical staining is beneficial.
  
  

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications, including a curriculum vitae, a research statement, and the names and contact information of 2-3 references. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Jing Zhou at jzhou@forsyth.org.

ADA Forsyth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.