Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Summary:

Drs Liyen Loh and Paul Norman in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology and Department of Biomedical Informatics respectively, at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow with a background in innate-like and/or T lymphocyte biology. The ideal candidate will also have experience or a strong interest in investigating how variations in immune responses influence susceptibility to, and severity of, infectious and autoimmune diseases.

The postdoctoral scientist will develop a research plan surrounding the development, optimization, and validation of protocols to measure human innate-like lymphocyte functions. The postdoctoral scientist will both analyze existing data to define and understand the immunology of autoimmune disorders including colitis and multiple sclerosis in the context of infections including EBV and CMV. To test hypotheses, they will generate new data as needed. Analyzed data will be used in the preparation of presentations and manuscripts. There is a strong emphasis on manuscript preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

Percent effort in this role is as follows:

70%25 Perform Primary Research

• Participate in the design and initiation of research projects

• Independently carry out literature reviews, analysis, and interpretation of results with guidance from the PI

• Collaborate with the PI, other members of the lab, and local and international collaborators

• Maintain transparent and easy to follow documentation of research projects from start to finish, including reproducible and sharable code.

15%25 Communicate ideas and findings

• Present research in progress at lab meetings, project meetings, and individual PI meetings

• Submit abstracts and present results at local, national and international conferences

• Write and publish manuscripts

• Actively pursue fellowship awards and assist the PI in grant writing

5%25 Train and Mentor

• Write and share workflows and protocols

• Train graduate students and research associates

5%25 Administrative Duties

• Complete required research trainings

• Perform general administrative duties as requested by the PI

5%25 Career Development

• Attend career development seminars and networking events

• Complete an Individualized Development Plan (IDP) to be discussed with the PI annually

• Keep CV up to date

The PI is committed to supporting the candidate’s research progress and career development, including the exploration of new project areas and collaborations.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado at the Anschutz Medical Campus.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducts cutting-edge research in immunology and infectious diseases. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to engage with diverse faculty, staff scientists, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students engaged in exciting research. The campus has state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, exceptional core facilities, and three of the top hospitals in the western USA, providing a stimulating and exciting environment. Moreover, the Denver Metro area is a dynamic and diverse community with abundant arts, music, and food, and provides access to world-class recreational activities. Scientists working at the Anschutz Medical Campus enjoy an exceptional work-life balance.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit:

Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows | University of Colorado (cu.edu)

benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• PhD in biological sciences with emphasis on immunology and/or host-pathogen interactions

• Proficiency in scientific communication with evidence of first author manuscript(s) in peer-reviewed journals and oral presentation(s) at local or inter(national) conferences upon or following completion of your PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of innate-like lymphocyte and/or viral immunology research experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in developing laboratory methods to study cellular immunology in vitro

• Experience in ex vivo cellular and humoral immunology assays

• Experience with high-resolution flow cytometry

• Ability to use existing bioinformatics protocols (e.g. for single cell data)

• Experience in cell culture, cloning, retroviral transduction and molecular biology

• Interest in the diversity of human populations and anthropology

• Experience in R, Python, and/or a comparable programming language, preferably in a High-Performance Cluster Unix computing environment

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: liyen.loh@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by April 30, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$62,652 or commensurate with postdoc experience 

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.