University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
Research Scientist Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002651) This position supports the research program of Dr. Rachael Gordon in the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Gordon's program focuses on understanding the immunopathogenesis of Sjgren's disease (SjD) with the goal of identifying new therapeutic targets. The research program uses murine models of SjD, multiomics technologies, and a prospective SjD patient registry and biorepository to study novel pathogenic immune pathways, including the IL-12/IFN axis and infectious triggers of autoimmunity. The Research Scientist will be expected to work independently, exercise scientific judgment across all aspects of the research program, and play a central role in driving projects forward from conception through publication. Preferred qualifications include a PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent professional doctorate in immunology, microbiology, or a related...