The Ramani Lab at Baylor College of Medicine laboratory performs translational research related to gastrointestinal (GI) viruses. The lab is seeking a highly capable postdoctoral associate to join our dynamic team working on projects related to rotavirus vaccine failure in children. The studies will involve evaluation of host-virus interactions in human intestinal organoid cultures and will utilize molecular biology, transcriptomics, cell biology, and virology techniques to identify interventions to improve rotavirus vaccine replication. The studies will potentially uncover new mechanisms by which host responses are regulated and function in response to vaccine virus infection. The position requires a person who is a creative molecular virologist able to work well within a highly creative and productive environment and with a willingness to be a team player. The Postdoctoral Associate will benefit from collaborations with leading experts in basic and clinical studies of enteric viruses and be part of a group that nurtures a team science approach to enteric infectious diseases. The Postdoctoral Associate will receive advanced training on using next generation organoid cultures for studies on enteric viral infections and be an integral member of our established research team. This position will be supported through grants from the Gates Foundation.
Baylor College of Medicine is located in the vibrant Texas Medical Center, which is home to multiple cutting-edge biomedical research institutions and provides a rich and stimulating research environment. The Department of Molecular Virology and Microbiology is a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative unit with strong emphasis on basic and translational research. The Postdoctoral Associate will benefit from working in a rich and stimulating research environment and be part of a group that nurtures a team science approach to enteric infectious diseases.

Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.

Job Duties

• Designs, directs and conducts specialized and advanced research experiments using molecular biology, cell biology, virology and transcriptomic techniques.
• Works both independently and in conjunction with others who are part of the collaborative research teams.
• Analyzes and interprets data.
• Establishes new research protocols and procedures.
• Summarizes research findings in lab meetings and presents at local/national/international meetings.
• Acquires exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Publishes results in research journals.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD, Ph.D in biomedical sciences.
• Previous experience in gastrointestinal research and cell biology.
• Strong preference will be given for experience in virology research
• Strong background in virology, molecular biology and cell biology.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills with the ability to keep accurate records of all work performed.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn new techniques with instruction.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic, including ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, use good judgment, and complete duties.
• Demonstrates ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a team with diverse backgrounds.