The Peng Lab uses data-driven strategies to study the immune system and infection. The Lab is housed in the College of Veterinary Medicine and is part of NC State Bioinformatics Research Center. The postdoctoral research fellow will lead the analysis of genetic and epigenetic regulation of human immune responses, using both high-throughput approaches and molecular techniques. This research fellow will interact regularly with scientists from various research backgrounds including computational biologists, molecular geneticists, and immunologists. The successful candidate will be initiative-taking and enjoy working in a collaborative research environment. Other Duties and Responsibilities The research fellow will attend scientific meetings to present research progresses and author primary research articles. The research fellow will assist with the generation of research hypotheses and will contribute preliminary data to research proposals and serve as a co-investigator and/or key personnel. The candidate will also work with and train other professionals, graduate students, and undergrads in the lab and through collaborations. Requirements and Preferences Department Required Skills Experienced in virological and immunological techniques including but not limited to ELISAs, time course infections, viral titration assays, viral propagation, and western blotting. Experienced in molecular techniques in mammalian cells such as cell culture, qPCR, cloning, use of various CRISPR-based approaches, and transfection. Critical thinking skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Willingness to learn basic bioinformatics Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Virology, Immunology, or related areas; experiences with CRISPR-based techniques in mammalian cells such as CRISPR/Cas9 editing and CRISPRi/CRISPRa; first-author publication record preferred. Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range : $60,000-$70,000 (commensurate to education & experience) NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. J-18808-Ljbffr