Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mucosal Immunology and Transplant Biology

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative scientist to join our team as a postdoctoral research fellow in the Oral Immunobiology Unit at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) in Bethesda, MD. Our translational and clinical research program in chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD), an autoimmune-like disease that occurs following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell/bone marrow transplant, is focused on the oral mucosal and salivary gland manifestations of cGVHD. Our laboratory has identified activation of IL-17 signaling and dysregulated adaptive immune cells in salivary gland and oral mucosal cGVHD, and current research is focused on defining the role of these pathways in the pathogenic process of GVHD and salivary gland dysfunction.

A doctoral level degree (Ph.D., M.D., D.D.S. or equivalent) in immunology or related fields within 4 years of graduation is required. Prior experience with RNAseq, multi-color flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and mouse models as well as an interest in bioinformatics is preferred. Responsibilities include designing/conducting experiments, collecting/analyzing data, preparing and presenting research findings at meetings, and writing scientific manuscripts. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent written/verbal English communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

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