Important Info

Faculty Sponsor (Last, First Name): 
Misra, Maneesh Kumar
Stanford Departments and Centers: 
Pathology
Appointment Start Date: 
Flexible start date
How to Submit Application Materials: 

Interested applicants should send the required application materials to Dr. Maneesh Kumar Misra at mkmisra@stanford.edu with the subject line entitled "Postdoctoral Fellow - Application - Applicant's Name".

Does this position pay above the required minimum?: 
No. The expected base pay for this position is the Stanford University required minimum for all postdoctoral scholars appointed through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The FY25 minimum is $73,800.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled postdoctoral researcher to lead a multifaceted project focused on utilizing the immunogenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics approaches to unravel the complexities of human diseases and transplantation and to translate this knowledge into improved treatments.

Learning Objectives:

Gain skills in immunogenomics, immune repertoire analysis, single cell, multi-omics, and bioinformatics. Develop expertise in study design, data analysis, data interpretation, presentation at internal meetings and external conferences, manuscripts and grant writing.

Required Qualifications: 
  • Individuals with a recent MD or PhD degree with skills in computational biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, data science, or a related field are encouraged to apply.

  • A candidate who has recently submitted the PhD thesis or is about to submit the thesis is encouraged to apply.

  • A strong computational background, proficiency in R and at least one additional scripting language (e.g., Python) and knowledge in biostatistics are required. 

  • Experience working with genetic association studies, immune repertoire, single cell and multi-omics data analysis, and a high-performance computing environment (Unix/Linux) is highly preferred.

  • A good understanding of immunogenetics and translational immunology is preferred.

  • Proven track record of publications.

  • Excellent spoken and written communication skills are required.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Required Application Materials: 
  • Cover Letter specifying past research experience/skills/accomplishments
  • CV 
  • Contact information of three (3) Referees

 

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.