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Odendall lab seeks two postdocs to investigate the interplay between type I and III interferons (IFNs) and Salmonella

The Odendall lab studies innate immunity in host/pathogen interactions. We have two MRC-funded postdoc positions available to investigate the exciting interplay between type I and III interferons (IFNs) and Salmonella.

The Odendall lab studies innate immunity in host/pathogen interactions. We have two MRC-funded postdoc positions available to investigate the exciting interplay between type I and III interferons (IFNs) and Salmonella.

The Odendall lab studies innate immunity in host/pathogen interactions. We have two MRC-funded postdoc positions available to investigate the exciting interplay between type I and III interferons (IFNs) and Salmonella. 

IFNs are endogenous antimicrobials that protect tissues from infection by inducing hundreds of interferon-stimulated genes (ISGs). Our findings indicate that IFNs restrict epithelial cell infection with Salmonella, and we have identified several key ISGs responsible. With these projects, we aim to: 

  1. Understand the mechanisms through which IFNs and their ISGs affect Salmonella replication within epithelial cells.
  2. Dissect the functions of type I and III IFNs in mouse models of Salmonella infection.

We are currently looking for two motivated postdoctoral researchers to join our team: 

  1. A cellular microbiologist or cell biologist with expertise in imaging to conduct our in vitro mechanistic work.
  2. An immunologist with experience in mouse models to complete our in vivo functional work.

For more information and to apply, please visit the following links: 

1.    https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/085873-research-associate 

2.    https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/085872-research-associate 

The Odendall lab is part of the Department of Infectious Diseases at King’s College London. Our lab is located within Guy’s Hospital, in a vibrant area near London Bridge and Borough Market. The successful applicants will benefit from a supportive, friendly, and inclusive work environment. 

Closing date is March 26th, post start date is expected to be in June with some flexibility. The posts are initially available for a period of 2 years, with the option for extension. 

For any questions or further information, please feel free to contact Charlotte at charlotte.odendall@kcl.ac.uk or via Twitter/X @codendall. 

For further information on the lab : 

-        https://www.kcl.ac.uk/research/odendall-group 

-        https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/charlotte-odendall 

-        https://www.kcl.ac.uk/sims 

 

 

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