Microbiologist V
A Microbiologist V position is available for developing a vaccine
against the pathogenic fungus Coccidioides immitis. Project
encompasses the isolation and characterization of genes that encode
immunoprotective antigens, identifying gene-induced host responses
using a murine model of coccidioidomycosis, and modifying genes as
needed to potentiate vaccine efficacy. The position is in the
Department of Clinical Investigation at the Texas Center for
Infectious Disease and is funded by a five-year grant. Annual salary
is $37,308 plus fringe benefits. Preference will be given to
candidates with a doctoral degree.
Research Specialist I
Seeking a molecular biologist for project to develop a vaccine against
the pathogenic fungus Coccidioides immitis. Project will include
isolating genes, evaluating vaccine potential in a murine model of
coccidioidomycosis, and delineating immunoprotective responses in
vaccine recipients. The position is available at the Texas Center for
Infectious Disease in San Antonio, TX. Salary is $28,032 plus fringe
benefits.
The Texas Center for Infectious Disease is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer. Applications may be sent by mail, fax, or
e-mail and must include the following: a detailed C.V. and contact
information for three references. Sent to:
Rebecca Cox, Ph.D.
Dept. of Clinical Investigation
Texas Center for Infectious Disease
2303 SE Military Drive
San Antonio, TX 78223
Phone (210) 534-8857 ext. 2458
Fax: (210) 531-4550
e-mail: rebecca.cox at tdh.state.tx.us
