MidFull TimeEN
Description:
The Ndhlovu lab is seeking to appoint a PhD student to join our HIV cure team, focused on understanding how HIV-specific CD8+ T cells interact with the persistent viral reservoir in human lymphoid tissues. This project investigates why virus-specific immune responses fail to eliminate HIV from immune-privileged sites such as lymph node B cell follicles and gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT).Overview of Duties:
Using cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics and single-cell technologies, the trainee will lead studies to:
Define the phenotypic and functional characteristics of tissue-resident, antigen-specific CD8+ T cells; and Elucidate immune-regulatory mechanisms within lymphoid tissues that contribute to HIV persistence during suppressive antiretroviral therapy.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to translational HIV cure research in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
Learn more about the Ndhlovu lab please follow this link: https://www.ahri.org/scientist/zaza-ndhlovu/
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How to apply:
Please complete an application form by clicking on the apply link above. You are expected to attach:
Should you have any enquiries about the position, please email education@ahri.org with the subject line: Spatial and functional profiling of HIV-specific T cells in lymphoid reservoirs for cure-relevant insights.
Worker Type:
Contingent WorkerThe application closing date:
21 Mar 2026Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 14 days of the application closing date.