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Post Doctoral Associate

College Park, MD

$55K - $67K/yr

The Department of Veterinary Medicine at UMD is home to numerous excellent scientists in the field of human and veterinary microbiology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The department provides ...

Umd

Post Doctoral Associate

College Park, MD

$55K - $67K/yr

The Department of Veterinary Medicine at UMD is home to numerous excellent scientists in the field of human and veterinary microbiology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The department provides ...

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Be able tosupervise and train veterinary assistants and kennel assistants when needed * Be able to ... A, microbiology, fecals, smears, etc) * Be able to perform diagnostic imaging and implementing ...

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Post Doctoral Associate

Post Doctoral Associate

University of Maryland

College Park, MD • On-site

$55K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
Three Postdoctoral Associates positions are available at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Maryland (UMD) College Park, located just outside Washington, DC. The Department of Veterinary Medicine at UMD is home to numerous excellent scientists in the field of human and veterinary microbiology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The department provides an excellent research environment and advanced research facilities, including BSL3/ ABSL3 suites, to support cutting-edge infectious diseases research. The lab of Dr. Meiqing Shi, Professor, has an overall research focus on host-pathogen interactions, with a particular emphasis on fungal immunology and fungal pathogenesis. The lab uses animal models, molecular and cellular biology techniques, and intravital imaging to understand how Cryptococcus neoformans interacts with the host immune system and causes inflammation and disease, and how the immune cells fight against the fungus. The successful candidates are expected to work independently as well as in an interactive and dynamic team environment, with good written and oral communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. degree. The successful candidates will have a strong background in research in Immunology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related fields.
Physical Demands:
Crouching; lift, carry, push, or pull laboratory items such as reagent boxes, carboys, waste containers, and portable equipment; typically up to less than 25 lb.
Preferences:
NA
Licenses/ Certifications:
NA
Additional Job Details
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Highly motivated and creative scientists with a good publication record and a strong interest in fungal immunology.
  • Hands-on experience with animal models to study pathogenesis and host immune responses.
  • Proficiency in advanced immunological methods such as multi-parameter flow cytometry.
  • Expertise in the biological interpretation of multi-omics datasets (e.g, single-cell RNA-seq).
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Required Application Materials:
A. Curriculum Vitae
B. Cover Letter
C. Contact Information - Name, Email Address and Telephone Number
Best Consideration Date:
July 14, 2026
Posting Close Date:
NA
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Financial Disclosure Required
No
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
AGNR-Veterinary Medicine Program
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Regular
Salary Range
$55,000-$67,000
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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