Postdoctoral Fellow in Immunology

We are seeking an outstanding candidate to fill a post-doctoral position working in the field of cellular immunology in Dr. Na Xiong’s laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. The postdoc will study molecular mechanisms regulating establishment and activation of tissue-resident innate lymphoid cells and T cells in skin homeostasis and inflammation using mouse models and clinical samples. The research in the Xiong lab focuses on development and function of tissue-resident lymphocytes in barrier tissues. Particularly, the lab studies roles of chemokines and other tissue-derived factors in regulation of migration and function of skin-resident lymphocytes [Reference #1) Yang, et al. Nature Immunology 2016, 17(1):48-56; #2) Li, et al. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2021, 147(2):759-763.e9; #3) Xu, et al. Science Immunology 2022, 7(72):eabe0584; #4) Wang, et al. Nat Immunology 2023, 24(2):225-238].

UT Health San Antonio is a highly integrated and translational research community, which also includes the Cancer Therapy and Research Center (CTRC), a NCI Designated Cancer Center, the Institute for Integration of Medicine and Science (IIMS) funded by a NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA), the South Texas Research Facility (STRF), the Texas Biomedical Research Institute (TBRI), the Greehey Children Cancer Research Center Institute (GCCRI), the Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies, in addition to multiple hospitals, including the University Hospital and the Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital. San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the U.S. with a beautiful historical downtown area. UT Health San Antonio is located at the gateway to the scenic Texas Hill Country, with many recreational options, a low cost of living, and an excellent public school system.

Position Requirements:

Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with background in immunology, cellular and molecular biology, or related areas. Prior experience in analysis of immune cells and responses in animal models and clinical samples using flow cytometry, microscopic imaging and molecular biological techniques is desired.

How to Apply:

Applicants should respond by email with a curriculum vitae and brief description of research interests to: Na Xiong, Ph.D., Professor (xiongn@uthscsa.edu) Department of Microbiology and Immunology, School of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229.

Contact Name: Na Xiong, Ph.D.

Contact Email: xiongn@uthscsa.edu

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled

All postdoctoral appointments are designated as security sensitive positions. UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.