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The Llorente lab (https://profiles.ucsd.edu/ana.llorenteizquierdo) is #hiring at the University of California, San Diego, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine. We are recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join our funded NIH-NIAAA project. The project aims to investigate the intricate components regulating intestinal homeostasis, such as the intestinal epithelium, microbiome, and immune system, to elucidate their impact on alcohol-associated liver disease, as well as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic and steatohepatitis liver disease. The proposed study will characterize the gut-liver axis in preclinical animal models and patient biopsies using cutting-edge microbiomics and state-of-the-art technology, including single-cell RNA sequencing, metabolomics, metatranscriptomics, as well as intestinal and liver organoid cultures. We aim to find innovative strategies for treating liver diseases. The goal of the study is translational with the aim to discover and propose alternative therapeutics. 

Qualifications: 

Applicants should be about to graduate or within one year of completing the Ph. D. 

PhD degree in biochemistry, biology, microbiology, pharmacy, immunology, biochemistry, or any biomedical sciences. 

We encourage applicants with experience in biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, or biomedicine. Previous mouse handling experience, FACS/flow cytometry, and single-cell multiomics is a plus but not essential. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a high level of motivation, a passion for science, creativity, and strong productivity. 

Priority will be given to applicants with expertise in the following areas: 

1. Liver immunology
2. Alcoholic liver disease
3. Liver fibrosis
4. Metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH)
5. Gut-liver axis
6. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)

A solid background in liver disease, a strong publication record, and good spoken and written English are essential to apply for this job.  

Application Documents: 

CV or Resume (with contact information for 2-3 references) 

Cover Letter detailing interest and experience. 

Please provide a one-page CV focusing mostly on your publications (longer CVs will be automatically rejected). Candidates will be evaluated based on their CV, interview, ability to write an innovative research project, and three reference letters from faculty members directly involved in the candidate's supervision, one of which should be from their Ph.D. Thesis advisor. Please do not apply if you are unwilling to write a research project, as this is the most important step in the recruitment process. 

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application documents directly to Dr. Llorente at allorenteizquierdo@health.ucsd.edu