Postdoctoral Position: Host–Pathogen–Microbiome Interactions

University of Pennsylvania

6 months ago

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A postdoctoral researcher position in microbiology focusing on molecular and cellular mechanisms at the interface of host, bacterial pathogen, and commensal microbiota. The role involves investigating microbial virulence strategies, host immune responses, and the dynamic interplay between infectious agents, microbiome, and host physiology using advanced techniques.

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The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across schools such as Wharton (business), Penn Medicine, SEAS (engineering), Law, Nursing, and the School of Arts & Sciences. Penn emphasizes interdisciplinary research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, translating scholarship into clinical care, startups, and public policy. Founded in the 18th century with ties to Benjamin Franklin, it maintains a large research enterprise, global partnerships, and a broad alumni network.

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