Post-Doctoral Research Scholar - Mounce Lab

Post-Doctoral Research Scholar - Mounce Lab

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Position Details
Job Title: Post-Doctoral Researcher
Position Number:
Work Modality: Fully In-Person
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department: MICROBIOLOGY (Department of Microbiology and Immunology)
Location Code: MICROBIOLOGY (06220A)
Funding: Yes (split and/or fully grant funded)
Open Date: 01/09/2026

Duties and Responsibilities

• The laboratory of Dr. Bryan Mounce has an opening for a full time postdoc with interests in RNA virology and host-pathogen interactions.
• Experience in molecular virology is preferred but not required.
• Responsibilities are flexible according to discussions between the applicant and the PI.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: PhD (M.D. or PhD required)
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
• Experience: Molecular virology (preferred)
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Application Instructions

The applicant should send an application packet via email to including the following:

• Cover letter indicating current and future research interests;
• Expected starting date;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Brief summary of previous research experience;
• Names and contact information for 3 references.

Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Position Salary Range: $62,232/ann – $75,564/ann

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. For more information, consult and .

Physical Demands: Standing; Working Conditions: Animals, Infectious Diseases; Direct animal or patient contact: Yes.

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