A postdoctoral position is available in the Colorado State University Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology Department. The project will involve untargeted mass spectral analysis of host tissues isolated from animals infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis and targeted studies of the cell wall from M. tuberculosis isolated from infected lungs. Individuals with good analytical skills and a strong background in mass spectrometry are encouraged to apply. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry or a related field and experience with mass spectral analysis of biological samples. Applicants must have an interest in metabolomic analysis and experience in this area is a plus. Good communications skills and the ability to integrate into a team are also required. To apply e-mail a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three referees to Dean Crick, Ph.D., Director of the Mycobacteria Research Laboratories in care of christine.bartholomew@colostate.edu by February 3, 2012 for full consideration. Position open until filled. When applying, refer to position #002.
CSU is an EO/EE/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.