Job Description

The Li Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the Tulane University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our NIH-funded research program investigating cGAS–STING immune signaling in tumorigenesis. Our work aims to elucidate fundamental mechanisms by which the cGAS–STING pathway regulates tumor development and to advance next-generation cancer immunotherapies. We employ integrated biochemical, molecular, multi-omics, and mouse genetic approaches, including conditional knockout and knock-in models. Representative publications from the lab include Nature Communications (2017), Journal of Experimental Medicine (2017), Cell Stem Cell (2020), and Communications Biology (2022).

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in immunology, cancer biology, or a related field. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
1. Strong expertise in, or a strong interest in, cancer immunology
2. Hands-on experience with flow cytometry (required) and mouse-based studies (required), such as tumor models, conditional KO/KI systems, adoptive cell transfer, and immune cell isolation
3. Proficiency in tissue culture, molecular cloning, and Western blotting
4. Excellent communication skills, collaborative spirit, and a strong commitment to rigorous and reproducible research

Compensation
Tulane University offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply
Please submit a single PDF to Dr. Shitao Li ([email protected]) containing a curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of past research accomplishments and future research interests, an expected start date, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.