Postdoctoral Researcher

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher.

• The candidate will carry out in research in the group led by Dr. Akhil Vaidya in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The work will consist of molecular and cell biology of malaria parasites involving application of advance techniques such as genetic manipulations of malaria parasites, live cell imaging, and cryo-electron microscopic structural studies. The applicant should have PhD in microbiology or related fields and experience in having worked with malaria parasites. 

• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Microbiology or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. 
• Minimum of 1 year of experience. 

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking

• Queen Lane Campus - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from  $54,630 to $81,940 per year.  Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jul 6 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 6 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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