What You Will Do
The T-6 group (Theoretical Biology and Biophysics) in the Theoretical Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a recent PhD graduate with experience in immunology and structural biology to join our team as a postdoctoral researcher. The selected candidate will help our group investigate how T cells stimulate antibody production by statistical analyses of published data, specifically investigating structural determinants of successful antibody responses. It is expected that findings will be shared with the scientific community through publications and attendance at conferences. The postdoctoral researcher will also have opportunities to spend a smaller percentage of their time working on other projects within LANL's T-6 group, dependent upon their interests. This position does not involve laboratory research.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of human immunology, particularly T and B cell responses
- Experience with structural modeling software
- First author publications demonstrating knowledge of the above
- Experience running existing code on large datasets
- Interest in working with individuals with diverse scientific backgrounds
Education: PhD in molecular biology, immunology, computational biology, or closely related fields
Desired Qualifications:- Experience performing immunological assays for measuring antibody or T cell activity
- Advanced statistical knowledge
- Ability to write custom code
- Familiarity with vaccine development challenges, particularly for HIV
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Salary:Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $94,500 and increases with years of experience post PhD. For more information on salary and benefits, please visit LANL's Postdoctoral Research page:
https://collaboration.lanl.gov/postdoctoral-research/Note to Applicants:A complete application package will consist of a CV and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed.
This position is expected to last 2-3 years and is funded for this duration.
Please contact Jennifer Mamrosh (mamrosh@lanl.gov) for more information.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
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