Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

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Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

University at Buffalo

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Posted: 11-Mar-26

Location: Buffalo, New York

Type: Full-time

Internal Number: 6985518

Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

Position Information

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate, Microbiology and Immunology

Department: Microbiology and Immunology

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61542

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Armbruster lab with the Department of Microbiology and Immunology studies microbe-microbe and host-microbe interactions in the context of the catheterized urinary tract. A current NIH funded project focuses on interactions between bacterial pathogens and the glycosaminoglycan (GAG) layer of the bladder, with the goal of understanding how bacterial GAG degradation alters immune signaling in the bladder. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate with expertise in flow cytometry and studying host-microbe interactions with a focus on the host innate immune response.

The Postdoctoral Associate Will Be Responsible For

• Designing antibody panels to examine the bladder innate immune response during various challenges, including bacterial infection.
• Participating in developing and optimizing infection models. In addition, the postdoctoral associate will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, gain experience in studying polymicrobial interactions, receive mentoring towards research and career development, attend and present at conferences, and participate in mentoring others if desired.

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or equivalent from a foreign university in area related to the specific specialty of your department is required.
• All degree requirements including dissertation, must be completed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by first-author publication(s) and research presentation(s).
• Experience with assays for studying immune cell function, such as opsonophagocytic assays.
• Expertise in flow cytometry.
• Animal handling experience.

Physical Demands

Salary Range

$55,000 - $65,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Chelsie Armbruster

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title: Associate Professor

Contact's Email: ***email_hidden***

Contact's Phone: 716-829-6059

Posting Dates

Posted: 03/09/2026

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Date To Be Filled

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The University at Buffalo is a premier, research-intensive public university, and is a New York State flagship university. UB's 30,000 students pursue their academic interests through more than 500 undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs. UB offers 16 Division I intercollegiate sports that compete at the highest level of competition in the NCAA. Founded in 1846, the University at Buffalo is the largest and most comprehensive university in the State University of New York system (SUNY), and is a member of the Association of American Universities, which is composed of America's leading research universities. UB is consistently recognized as one of the world’s most exceptional, most affordable universities. Visit our website, https://buffalo.edu, to learn more about the University at Buffalo. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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