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Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Department of Microbiology - UTK

Position Number: 6092351
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Department of Microbiology - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 2227
Job Category: Research
Posting Date: 03/19/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1311 Cumberland Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US (On-site)

Job Description
The Monteith Lab in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Tennessee is seeking a postdoctoral research associate. This is a full-time position. The researcher will be primarily responsible for carrying out experiments and aims of a funded NIH award, using mouse and tissue culture models to study host-microbe metabolic and inflammatory interactions involving the bacterial pathogen Staphylococcus aureus. The researcher will use molecular, genetic, and cell biology techniques in their research.

The initial appointment is for 1 year with funding available to extend up to 3 years. The lab and PI will support efforts to obtain independent funding through NIH or other related foundations.

Responsibilities
The associate will collect data, communicate with other investigators, write grants and manuscripts, and assist in advising and training of graduate and undergraduate research students.

Qualifications
A PhD in immunology, microbiology, cell biology, or a related field must be completed by the starting date of the position and the candidate is expected to have experience with bacterial genetics or immunology as well as a strong track record in publishing peer-reviewed papers in these fields.

Please include a cover letter, CV, and the names of two references with online application. For more information about the Monteith Lab, please visit (https://monteithlab.com). Questions should be addressed to Andrew Monteith, Assistant Professor of Microbiology (amonteit@utk.edu).

About The Department of Microbiology and the University of Tennessee

The Department of Microbiology values the quality of life of all its members, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse community and to supporting the intercultural goals of the University. Knoxville is an exciting and affordable city that has undergone a vibrant civic revitalization over the past several years and is being recognized as one of the most exciting up-and-coming regions in the country. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a broad spectrum of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities.

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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