Post Doctoral Research Associate
About the role
The Department of Biology in the College of Science at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a non-tenured Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Tang Lab. The position focuses on investigating bacterial stress responses and the mechanisms by which bacterial infections alter host metabolism and immune responses, integrating bacterial physiology with host-pathogen interactions at the molecular and cellular levels.
Responsibilities
- Lead one of the following research projects:
- Investigate how bacterial pathogens, including Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria monocytogenes, manipulate host immunometabolism to promote intracellular survival;
- Study how bacteria remodel their physiology through c-di-AMP signaling to survive host immune defenses and antibiotic treatment;
- Investigate the pathogenesis of S. aureus thymidine-dependent small-colony variants (TD-SCVs).
- Mentor and train graduate students and junior postdoctoral fellows.
- Participate in weekly lab meetings and research seminars hosted by UTA.
- Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences.
- Contribute to manuscript writing, editing, and grant preparation.
- Apply for postdoctoral fellowships.
Requirements
- PhD degree.
- Excellent scientific communication skills.
- Strong publication record.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Capacity to provide scientific leadership by driving research projects and mentoring trainees.
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in bacterial physiology, bacterial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, or related fields.
Funding and environment
The position is supported by active NIH R35 and R01 grants, as well as Dr. Tang’s startup funding. The Tang Lab offers a collaborative, supportive, and intellectually stimulating research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities. Dr. Tang is committed to mentoring postdoctoral fellows and supporting their long-term career development in academia, industry, or other research careers.