BACKGROUND

The La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology (LIAI) is a nonprofit, biomedical research institute focused on immunology. Founded in 1988, LIAI was recently ranked among the top five molecular biology and genetics research institutions in the world.

In the group of Alessandro Sette, we are seeking postdoctoral bioinformaticists to help create web based analysis tools to be integrated into the Immune Epitope Database (IEDB). The IEDB is a new NIH funded resource that will aid the development of vaccines, immunotherapeutics, and diagnostics, and assist scientists better understand immune mechanisms.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D in Bioinformatics / Computer Science (or related field) and some knowledge of immunology, or a Ph.D. in Biochemistry / Immunology (or related field) with hands on computer programming experience. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment are essential.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary and benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

Send CV to hr[at]liai.org or via fax to 858-558-3597

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