Current Status: Accepting applications through November 1, 2009.

Program Application

The Influenza Pathogenesis and Immunology Research Center (IPIRC) plans to provide training of senior postdoctoral fellows focused on research in influenza virus pathogenesis and immunology. Recent events have brought into sharp focus the need to develop highly skilled investigators in the microbiology, replication, pathogenesis, immunology, diagnosis, detection, prevention and treatment of influenza. This program is designed for senior postdoctoral fellows who wish to develop or refocus their career on influenza pathogenesis and immunology. As an NIAID Center of Excellence for Influenza Research and Surveillance, we are committed to establishing exceptional career development programs for new and established investigators in basic research in influenza.

Overall, the goal of the senior postdoctoral program is that upon completion of training, participants can effectively conduct independent high-quality research on influenza virus pathogenesis and immunology, compete successfully for junior faculty positions, and serve as future research mentors.

Program Plan

The goal is to place individuals in premier influenza virus pathogenesis and immunology research laboratories in order to learn in-depth the methods and disciplines related to influenza research. Successful candidates will be expected to commit to work in the research programs of the sponsoring laboratory. Faculty research programs currently supported by IPIRC are described on the IPIRC website at www.IPIRC.net. Participants will be expected to participate in seminars as fully integrated members of the research team, and attend regular Research in Progress meetings of IPIRC investigators,

Eligibility:
PhD, MD, or other qualified scientists who have finished three years of post-doctoral training and have significant research accomplishments. There is no citizenship or residency requirement.

Awards:
Successful applicants will be provided with salary support commensurate with experience plus appropriate fringe benefits. Awards will generally be made for 2 years.

Selection of Participants

Applications will be reviewed and selected on the basis of academic qualifications, commitment to influenza research, background and training, letters of reference, departmental recommendations, diversity and background.

The application package should include:

1. Cover letter with applicant's full name, address, phone, fax, email address;
2. Applicant's personal statement (3 page limit, single-spaced):
1. Brief educational autobiography describing the formation of your academic interests.
2. Why you have chosen to seek training in influenza pathogenesis or immunology.
3. A description of tentative plans for research; either specific problems or general areas in which you hope to work.
4. Future career plans.
3. Three letters of recommendation from peers or colleagues who are familiar with the applicant’s work;
4. Applicant’s curriculum vitae with bibliography and current and pending research support.

Guidelines:
Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2009. Review process takes approximately 4 - 6 weeks.

Instructions for Submittal: Email the above items to: tcassin@emory.edu

IPIRC is an NIH/NIAID Center of Excellence for Influenza Research and Surveillance

Emory-UGA IPIRC offers equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicaps or disabilities, national origin, or sexual orientation.