PhD projects address conventional double negative T cells (cDNTs), CD8+T or CD4+T cell lineage and function, immune tolerance in the ovary and uterus, and immune engineering for ovarian disease. You will drive multi-year studies that integrate mechanistic biology and translational design.
Possible Project Tracks
Lineage and tissue adaptation of cDNTs, fate mapping and trajectory inference
Reprogramming T cell states in situ, potency and safety in ovarian models
Single-cell and spatial profiling to define actionable signatures and targets
What We Look For
Strong foundation in immunology or reproductive biology or a related field
Experimental design skills and an interest in analysis
Ownership mindset and collaborative spirit
Training & Mentoring
Co-developed paper and fellowship roadmaps
Conference abstracts, talk coaching, grant writing practice
Program Notes
Apply through the relevant UF graduate program and meet program milestones
Bafor Lab will confirm fit and available projects before rotation or entry
Support
Stipend and benefits per UF program guidelines
Access to core facilities, collaborations, and computational support
EEO and Inclusion
UF and IDI are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Email bafor.enitome@ufl.edu with subject: Bafor Lab Application – PhD – Your Name
Include CV and a brief research interests statement, 300 to 500 words
After UF application submission, we will schedule a discussion of projects and training plans