Scholarship: Fully-funded
Degree: Ph.D
Nationality: International Students
Location: USA
Application deadlines: Open
Scholarship Description:
Dr. Wenqing Zhou earned her Ph.D. from Purdue University and completed postdoctoral training at Weill Cornell Medicine. She will join the Division of Innate Immunity at UMass Chan Medical School as a tenure-track assistant professor in July 2025.
Dr. Zhou has published several research papers as a first author or co-corresponding author in prominent journals, including Nature (PMC9528687), Immunity (in press), and Cell Reports.
Her research is funded by a K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Award from NIH and generous startup funds from UMass Chan.
UMass Chan Medical School is a leading research institution focused on advancing biomedical sciences and improving human health. It is recognized for collaborative research in RNA therapeutics, gene therapy, and infectious diseases, and is home to two Nobel Prize winners: Craig C. Mello, PhD (2006) and Victor R. Ambros, PhD (2024). The school has been named one of The Boston Globe’s Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for two consecutive years.
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, an hour from Boston, UMass Chan offers a dynamic research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities, career development programs, and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities.
Worcester provides affordable housing and a vibrant community with recreational activities, along with easy access to Boston’s cultural, dining, and entertainment options.
UMass Chan Medical School is an excellent place for postdoctoral fellows to advance their careers while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
Available Subjects:
- The gastrointestinal tract is crucial for our health, hosting trillions of beneficial microbes and acting as an entry point for pathogens. Therefore, the intestinal immune system must tolerate non-harmful stimuli while defending against infections. Emerging evidence links unregulated immune responses in the intestine to various human diseases.
Eligibility criteria:
- Candidates with Ph.D. or M.D. who have research experience in immunology, microbiology, cell biology, or related areas are welcome to apply.
Application Procedure:
To learn more or apply, please contact or send your CV, a statement of interest, and contact information for three references to Dr. Wenqing Zhou [email protected]
