Title: Post Doctoral Research Associate - Stephanie Delzell

Executive Area: Academic Affairs

College/School/MBU: College of Natural Sciences

Department: Microbiology

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: full time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

Research pertaining to barriers to molecule accumulation in bacterial pathogens.

Essential Functions

Bacterial culture under BSL2, BSL2+, and possibly BSL3 conditions.

Mammalian cell culture.

Flow cytometry and microscopy.

Genetic manipulations.

Computational analyses.

Other Functions

Work collaboratively and effectively with other members of the team, both within the Siegrist lab and with outside collaborators.

Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in biological or chemical sciences.

Track record of scholarly publications.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in bacterial pathogens.

Additional Details

At UMass Amherst and in CNS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. These values and goals are reflected in the College of Natural Sciences’ Inclusive Excellence framework and in the UMass Amherst’s For the Common Good: 2024–2034 Strategic Plan.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a laboratory or healthcare setting and may involve exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases. Requires standing for extended periods of time and/or use of protective gear.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Initial Appointment: November 2, 2026 – November 1, 2027 @ 100 % FTE

Hours to set by mutual agreement between postdoc fellow and supervisor.

Salary Information

Annual Salary: $71,748.00

Special Instructions for Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume.

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.