Postdoctoral Research Associate - Immunology - Chuan Wu lab

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc.

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Memphis, TN Until 10/4/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description
A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available within the Department of Immunology in the lab of Chuan Wu.

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the Wu Laboratory at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The Wu Lab investigates the mechanisms that maintain intestinal homeostasis and host defense, with a focus on immune-neuron communication in the gut, host-microbiota interactions, and the regulation of intestinal epithelial barrier function during health and inflammation. Using cutting-edge molecular, cellular, immunological, and genomic approaches, the successful candidate will contribute to studies with direct relevance to inflammatory bowel disease and other immune-mediated disorders. This position offers outstanding opportunities for scientific discovery, multidisciplinary collaboration, and career development in a world-class research environment.

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About this role

Summary

Conduct immunology research on immune-neuron communication, microbiota, and intestinal health.

Job title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Immunology - Chuan Wu lab

Experience level

postdoctoral

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Memphis, TN, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

immunologymolecular techniquescell biologygenomics

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

immunologymolecularcellulargenomic
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Memphis, TN, USA

On-site City