Postdoctoral Fellow (Grifoni Lab)

The Grifoni lab is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join projects related to immune responses to infection and vaccines. Dr. Grifoni's lab focuses on human and mouse T cell responses to infectious diseases, particularly Coronaviruses, Enteroviruses, Orthomyxoviruses, Orthopoxviruses, Arenaviruses, and other emergent viral pathogens relevant to worldwide global health. The Grifoni lab work unravels T cell responses induced by infections and current or novel viral-based vaccines.   About the role   The ideal candidate would have an interest in translational research with applications in health care and will play a crucial role within a dedicated team of scientists and thrive in a supportive atmosphere that offers mentorship, nurtures talent, and promotes personal development and education. LJI is a globally recognized institution that offers outstanding perks and strong backing for its researchers.   List of relevant publications related to this position:   Tarke et al., Cell Rep Med 2023; PMID: 37295422 Neto et al., Cell 2025; PMID: 40774254 Lee et al., Cell Rep Med 2026; PMID: 42161271 Snyder et al., Clin Immunol 2026; PMID: 41077293   Include in your application in one single file:   1.     A cover letter describing your background and interest in the position 2.     Your CV 3.     Contact information for three references   Required Qualifications:   PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in immunology, virology, or bioinformatics Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in T cell immunology and/or virology during their training. Proven track record of independent experimental design, optimization, and execution of cell culture, multi-color flow cytometry (10+ required, 20+ preferred), and FluoroSpot/ELISPOT assays. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to write scientific manuscripts.   Preferred Qualifications:   Prior experience with in vivo mouse models of viral infection Experience analyzing large-scale datasets (e.g., viral sequences, scRNAseq, TCRseq), including proficiency with computational methods and relevant statistical software.   Benefits:   Salary commensurate with experience Opportunities for professional development and advancement Access to cutting-edge facilities and resources for research Supportive and inclusive work environment fostering growth and innovation Networking opportunities with professionals in the field of immunology