Post Doctoral Appointee
Bloomington, IN, USA
Posted on Sep 1, 2026
Posting Details
Position Details
| Title | Post Doctoral Appointee |
|---|---|
| Specific Title | |
| Appointment Type | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Department | IUSM - Microbiology & Immunology |
| Campus | IU School of Medicine Indianapolis |
| Position Summary | Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Peptide Chemistry and Cancer Immunotherapy The Peptide Laboratory at the Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join a multidisciplinary research program focused on the discovery and translation of next-generation peptide-based cancer immunotherapies. The laboratory has pioneered B-cell epitope peptide vaccines targeting immune checkpoint molecules and oncogenic growth factor receptors and is advancing novel multivalent and multispecific vaccine platforms toward clinical translation. The successful candidate will lead innovative projects integrating peptide chemistry, structural immunology, cancer biology, and translational immunotherapy. This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art chemistry, proteomics, immunology, and animal research cores while contributing to projects with strong publication, patent, and clinical translation potential. Research Focus Current research programs include:
Responsibilities The successful candidate will:
IU School of Medicine is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana. Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the nation’s largest concentrations of health sciences companies. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city and surrounding suburbs enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Faculty Affairs and Professional Development | IU School of Medicine |
| Basic Qualifications | Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following:
Cell culture and molecular biology techniques |
| Department Contact for Questions | Gerri Herron HR Coordinator geherron@iu.edu |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Special Instructions | |
| Priority Application Review Deadline | |
| Expected Start Date | 11/02/2026 |
| Posting Number | IUSM-02499-2026 |
Supplemental Questions
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- * How did you hear about this position?
- Personal Contact: At Professional Meeting or Conference
- Personal Contact: Direct Contact by Search Committee
- Personal Contact: Referred by colleague or advisor
- Personal Contact: School of Medicine recruiter
- Personal Contact: IUHP Physician Recruiter
- Announcement: Other Journal or Magazine
- Announcement: Other Website
- * Are you a dual career partner (your partner or spouse is already being recruited)?
- Yes
- No
- * Have you previously been employed with IU?
- Yes
- No
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