Dr. Stacey Schultz-Cherry, Department of Host-Microbe Interactions, has an exciting new postdoc position available in her lab develop innovative new influenza vaccines for vulnerable populations, define mucosal immune responses resulting in reduced viral transmission, and assess the impact of obesity on epithelial responses to infection and vaccination including the role of metabolism. We are looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team. The applicant should have excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of collaborative research efforts. The Schultz-Cherry lab is committed to a diverse and positive working environment that supports the success of trainees through mentoring, providing professional development and career opportunities, and constructive feedback. Responsibilities include: Assume primary responsibility for the development and oversight of research projects. This includes understanding the literature, designing and completing experiments, analyzing the data and sharing the information through presentations, manuscripts and grant applications. Working closely with and supervising trainees including graduate students. Participating and taking on leadership roles in group projects. Working closely with supervisors on projects and building new areas of research. Pursue opportunities to build collaboration A PhD is required. Applicants with hands on experience in Cell Biology, metabolism, human studies, virology, and immunology as well as working with and developing primary cell and in vivo models are encouraged to apply. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world—regardless of race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. Learn more about our history and commitment. Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report to learn about the hospital’s roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future. St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer No Search Firms St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.