Postdoc Research Associate – Viral Research
Iowa State University•Ames, IA
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About The Position
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The primary job duties will be focused on viral diagnostics and research. Specifically, the postdoc will be expected to: Conduct sequence analysis to understand the molecular epidemiology of viruses of veterinary importance Perform animal study and laboratory testing to characterize the pathogenicity and cross-protection of viruses of interest Conduct other assigned side projects
Requirements
- PhD degree in virology, molecular biology, or other related fields.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of previous postdoc training in veterinary virus diagnostics and research
Responsibilities
- Conduct sequence analysis to understand the molecular epidemiology of viruses of veterinary importance
- Perform animal study and laboratory testing to characterize the pathogenicity and cross-protection of viruses of interest
- Conduct other assigned side projects
Benefits
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
