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Funded post-doctoral research positions are available in the Laboratory of Mucosal immunology within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Columbia University. The laboratory uses in vivo and "-omics" approaches to study the interplay between commensal microbes and host physiology with focus on mucosal and tissue immunity. The Postdoctoral Research Scientists will conduct research in the areas of intestinal immune homeostasis, tissue resident T cell responses, microbiota engineering or the role of diet, metabolism and intestinal immunity in obesity and metabolic disease (Goto et al., Immunity 2014, Ladinsky et al., Science 2019, Kawano et al., Cell 2022). For more information on the laboratory visit the lab website at: https://www.ivanovlab.com.

Candidates will have an opportunity to perform cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, train in a highly collaborative environment, interact with leading researchers and be a part of a large and diverse scientific community.

Minimum Degree Required: Ph.D. or M.D.

Candidates with prior experience in lymphocyte biology, epithelial cell biology, computational biology, microbiology, mucosal immunology or animal disease models are encouraged to apply. At least one first author peer-reviewed publication is required.

Positions are open immediately, but start dates are flexible. To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Ivaylo Ivanov at ii2137@cumc.columbia.edu.

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000 - $60,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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