About this role
Applications are being accepted through January 30, 2026, for a post-doctoral associate with a Ph.D. in intermicrobial co-evolution to conduct scholarly research on the molecular, evolutionary, and ecological interactions among environmental microbes. The successful applicant will have experience in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics, and the design of host-microbe interaction experiments. Candidates should also have excellent project and data management skills. They should show evidence of performing well as mentors of junior trainees, and they should work well as part of a team. Preferred applicants will work with model or non-model host-microbe interaction systems and have a rich publication history, including multiple first author publications. Candidates will also be expected to be a full participant in the intellectual activities of the laboratory, including group meetings, preparation of grants and fellowship applications, manuscript review, and journal clubs. An additional expectation is the timely preparation of well-supported data for publication. The anticipated start date of this position is September 1, 2026, for a one-year appointment with a possibility to renew.
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About University of Pittsburgh
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
What you'll do
- The successful applicant will conduct scholarly research on the molecular, evolutionary, and ecological interactions among environmental microbes. They will also participate in laboratory activities, including group meetings and preparation of publications.
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