POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - T. LIU LAB - Immunology and Microbiology
Company: Scripps Research
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT US Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute
ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact
on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This
significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in
immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV),
neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla,
California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple
Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading
postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two
elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute
for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational
Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry
and computer science with translational science to produce
pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine.
Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the
frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting
human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a
difference, this could be your opportunity to join our
transformative team. POSITION TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate
POSITION SUMMARY: The laboratory of Dr. Tiantian Liu at Scripps
Research seeks two Postdoctoral Associate researchers to join a
well-funded new lab studying the biology of a group of specialized
immune cells, called Antigen-Presenting Cells. Work in the Liu Lab
studies the gene regulatory networks governing Antigen-Presenting
Cell development, and develops genetically engineered mouse models
to reveal the overlapping and unique functions of each
Antigen-Presenting Cell subset. We have recently uncovered
transcriptional mechanisms regulating conventional dendritic cell
lineage specification, and developed novel mouse models of specific
lineage depletion. We are now recruiting researchers to employ
these new discoveries and research tools to investigate the
molecular and cellular mechanisms of Antigen-Presenting Cell in
regulating T cell-mediated immunity in the context of infectious
diseases, autoimmune disorders, and cancer. The postdoctoral
researcher will be supported in fellowship application and receive
support for professional development activities, training courses
and attendance at conferences. For more information, please visit
https://www.liutlab.com/. Interested applicants should submit the
following materials as part of the application process, preferably
as a single PDF file: Cover letter CV (including list of
publications and technical skills) Contact information for 3
references. Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the
purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the
supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These
appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years.
Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as
a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior
approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not
have consulting privileges. Make Scripps Research your next step to
advance and develop your career. Click here to learn more about our
Postdoctoral Program and Services:
https://education.scripps.edu/postdoctoral/ REQUIREMENTS: PhD in
immunology, developmental cell biology, molecular biology,
genetics, or similar is required. The ideal candidate should have a
passion for science and be highly motivated. Excellent written and
oral communication skills, ability to work collaboratively.
Outstanding critical thinking. Substantial experience with in vivo
mouse models and high dimensional flow cytometry is a plus.
Experience with analysis of single-cell genomics datasets
(scRNA/ATAC-seq) is a plus. COMPENSATION : Postdoctoral Associates
will be hired following the National Institute of Health and
California’s exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting
range of $70,304- $75,353. Consideration will be given to
experience that exceeds the listed requirements. COMPREHENSIVE
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Eligibility for retirement plans with employer
contribution. Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including four
medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental,
vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more. Access to
Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts. Paid Time Off - 5 days
annually Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides
confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees.
Free, on-site parking. Pet Insurance The above statements describe
the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The
statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities,
duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the
content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of
Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in
this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or
to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of
Scripps Research staff. EEO Statement: The Scripps Research
Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of
thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected characteristic or status.
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