Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Teaching Specialist III to conduct specialized research and support the setup and daily operations of a new research laboratory at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine (CABM). 

The Nyangahu lab will open this fall at Rutgers University and will conduct research focused on understanding the impact of the maternal and infant gut microbiota and virome on immune development in infants. This will include investigating how alterations in maternal or infant intestinal microbial communities may impact infant vaccine responses and immunity to pathogens as well as associated mechanisms. Infants born to mothers with living HIV, even though HIV uninfected themselves, display heightened inflammation and susceptibility to infectious diseases. The Nyangahu lab is interested in unraveling mechanisms for this phenomenon.  To address these questions, Dr. Nyangahu will perform translational work conducting research in infants exposed to HIV but uninfected and their mothers and validating findings using conventional and germ-free murine models. He collaborates with several investigators conducting research on HIV-exposed Kenyan and South African infants.  

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in establishing laboratory protocols, maintaining equipment, and assisting with various research projects. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about microbiome research and eager to contribute to groundbreaking scientific discoveries.  

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Teaching Specialist III conducts specialized research, using judgement to adapt methods and techniques.  May be responsible for the management of a small-sized laboratory area.  Assists the Principal Investigator with budgetary, training and administrative responsibilities.  

Among the key duties of this position are the following: