Title | Postdoctoral Fellow-Alzheimer's-related Neuroimmunology |
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Appointment Type | Postdoctoral Fellow |
Department | IUSM - Microbiology & Immunology |
Campus | IU School of Medicine Indianapolis |
Position Summary | A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Randy Brutkiewicz at the Indiana University School of Medicine to study the role of innate immunity in Alzheimer’s disease-associated neuroinflammation. Qualified applicants with a Ph.D. (or equivalent training and experience) in Neuroimmunology, Neurosciences, Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry is essential. Technical skills including the handling and differentiation of iPSCs would be preferred, although not required. This is an initial one-year appointment, with the possibility of extension for more years. As the nation’s largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana. |
Basic Qualifications | A doctoral or terminal degree is required. |
Department Contact for Questions | Dr. Randy Brutkiewicz, email rbrutkie@iupui.edu |
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Special Instructions | A cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references is required to apply. |
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OAA # | IUSM-01576-2022 |