Postdoctoral Research Associate
Company: Northeastern University
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
About the Opportunity Job Summary A Postdoctoral Research
Associate position is available in the Saavedra lab in the
Department of Biology at Northeastern University in Boston, MA. The
lab is interested in understanding mechanisms driving innate immune
responses during host-pathogen interactions, and how commensal
microbes shape host immunity in health and disease. Our research
combines biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, and cell biological
approaches. For more information check the Saavedra lab website:
https://www.saavedralab.com The successful candidate for this role
will join a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative research
team and will lead research projects tailored to the candidate’s
interest. The candidate will also have numerous opportunities for
career and professional growth Key Responsibilities · Design,
execute, analyze and interpret experiments independently · Present
research findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences · Help
with mentoring of undergraduate and graduate student Qualifications
· Ph.D. in immunology, microbiology, cell biology or related areas
· Experience with in vivo animal models or multi-color flow
cytometry are preferred · At least one first-author publication in
a peer-reviewed journal · Excellent verbal and written
communication skills in English · Excellent organizational,
interpersonal, and time management skills with strong attention to
detail · Proactive, and able to work collaboratively as part of a
dynamic, diverse, and growing team Application Materials If
interested in the position, please provide a CV, contact of three
references, and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in
this position and your future career goals. Position Type Research
Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors
such as candidate work experience, education and skills when
extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits
package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical,
vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life,
retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 108S Expected Hiring Range: $60,315.00
- $85,192.50 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary
will depend on several factors, which may include your education,
experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well
as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the
role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
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