Postdoctoral positions available for tuberculosis research

The Dr. Jianjun Sun’s laboratory of bacterial pathogenesis in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) will have multiple postdoctoral positions starting as early as April of 2017. 

The primary research interest of Dr. Sun’s laboratory is to investigate the mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis and recently focuses on Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Tuberculosis has been listed as a major infectious disease worldwide. We are investigating the basic cellular and molecular mechanisms of TB pathogenesis, and at the same time, we are developing novel therapeutic, preventive, diagnostic agents against TB. 

Dr. Sun’s laboratory is well funded by NIH and the lab is equipped with the state-of-the-art research instruments with the capability of performing the cutting-edge biomedical researches ranging from structural and functional characterization of macromolecules to operations of animal models. As a world-leading lab in the study of Mtb virulence factors, Dr. Sun’s group is highly productive and has an important impact in the research field. 

We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated young talents to join our research group. Individuals with a strong background in biochemistry, microbiology, cell and molecular biology are encouraged to apply. Candidates with backgrounds and experiences in protein chemistry and mycobacterial biology (e.g. Mycobacterium marinum and Mycobacterium tuberculosis) are highly preferred. 

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