Post Doctoral Research Associate
University of Arkansas•Fayetteville, AR
•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate to join a multi-disciplinary team. This role will focus on reducing and preventing human foodborne infections caused by broiler chicken consumption. The incumbent will be responsible for following protocols for anti-bacterial vaccine development using radiation technology and conducting laboratory analysis of bacterial loads, resistance gene and protein expression, and immune responses of immunized broiler chickens against multiple bacteria.
Requirements
- PhD in Biology, Molecular Biology, Poultry Science, Microbiology, or a closely related field.
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive laboratory and electron beam (Ebeam) experience.
- Data collection background.
- Understanding of the etiology of bacterial diseases in chickens.
- Experience with mitigatory interventions.
- Experience with basic molecular biology and techniques such as droplet digital PCR, DNA and RNA Extraction, gel electrophoresis, cDNA Synthesis, primer design and gene sequence data analysis.
- Experience with handling live broiler chickens, euthanasia, necropsy and biological sample collection.
Responsibilities
- Follow protocols for anti-bacterial vaccine development using radiation technology.
- Perform laboratory analysis of bacterial loads.
- Analyze resistance gene and protein expression.
- Analyze immune responses of immunized broiler chickens against multiple bacteria.
Benefits
- Vibrant work environment
- Workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Benefits Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
