The Microbiology and Immunology Department is a community of over 200 individuals, all of whom share a common passion for research and learning.  Our mission is to conduct the best possible research and provide the most rigorous and inspiring training in the areas of microbiology, immunology, host-pathogen interactions and related fields. Through such activities, our goal is to improve human and animal health as well as to improve our ability to be responsible stewards of a fragile earth. (https://microimmuno.stanford.edu/ )

The Monack lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology seeks a Basic Life Research Scientist to make original scientific contributions and design and execute research projects to increase our knowledge of host-pathogen interactions. The primary focus of the research is to understand the genetic and molecular mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis. Our lab studies various aspects of host-pathogen interactions ranging from bacterial physiology to chronic enteric infections to pathogen-microbiota interactions to host immune responses. 

The Basic Life Research Scientist will focus on molecular mechanisms of Salmonella virulence and host immune responses.  As their project and collaborations evolve, the Basic Life Research Scientist may be asked to learn critical new scientific techniques, as needed.  They will be expected to work on experiments independently, to support collaborations in the lab, and to provide mentorship to graduate students.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a field related to bacterial pathogenesis and immunology  and have at least  5 years of postdoctoral training.  Experience with molecular genetics, mammalian immunology, bacterial physiology, and mouse models of infection.  Applicants must have the ability to identify and pilot the appropriate approaches to answer experimental questions/problems and to independently design experiments to advance projects are required. Excellent quantitative and communication skills and ability to collaborate are essential.  The successful candidate will have strong oral/written communication skills, strong accuracy and attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to achieve desired goals. Knowledge and skill in applying quantitative methods to biological problems and experiments. Experience managing and mentoring junior scientists in the laboratory is highly desired.  Computer literacy with emphasis on Windows operating systems and software applications; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Graphpad Prism, and other quantitative analysis programs.

The expected pay range for this position is $73,000 to $88,000 per annum. Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors. 

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants 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 characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research mission.