RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

A Research Investigator position is available in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Michigan Medical School. The candidate will work on projects to determine the molecular mechanisms that regulate HIV-1 particle formation and infectivity of the virus particles using advanced quantitative microscopy techniques.

Required Qualifications*

PhD in molecular virology and 4+ years of postdoctoral experience are required. Prior and demonstrable experiences in 1) infectious HIV-1 experiments, 2) method development in advanced/quantitative microscopy, and 3) application of multiple super-resolution microscopy techniques based on different principles, such as Expansion Microscopy, STORM, and DNA-PAINT, to basic HIV-1 research are also required for this position. Experiences in protein-lipid and protein-RNA interaction studies using super-resolution microscopy and live-cell imaging techniques are highly advantageous

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR

RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR

Ann Arbor Campus

Hybrid

Full-Time

Regular

Exempt

Medical School

MM Microbiology and Immunology

9/16/2025 - 9/23/2025

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