Postdoc Scholar

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

A laboratory offering state-of-the-art equipment and core facilities within the College of Veterinary Medicine at Infectious Diseases Institute, the Ohio State University, is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to work on an NIH-funded project. This post-doctoral researcher will investigate the pathogenic mechanisms of a group of vector-borne obligatory intracellular bacteria that cause emerging zoonoses. The candidates will utilize in vitro and in vivo experimental models (e.g. ticks and mice) to study novel Type IV secretion effectors and other bacterial factors in human and tick cells, and will be tasked to identify and characterize functions of bacterial proteins and cognitive host cell molecules and signaling pathways. In addition, the researcher will collect, analyze and interpret research data; assists in the preparation of research papers for publication and presentation at national and international conferences; perform critical analysis of literature relevant to research projects; coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers and graduate students; or perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD in cell biology, molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or related discipline
• A strong publication record
• Problem solving ability
• Organizational skills
• Advanced molecular, cellular, and microbiological research techniques
• Various sterile procedures, including Western blot, RT-qPCR, ELISA, molecular cloning and protein purification for studying protein-protein interactions, cell culture, and use of advanced microscopy and morphometric techniques

Nice To Haves

• Experience of working with obligatory intracellular bacteria is desirable
• Laboratory mice experiences, including tissue and blood sample collection, will be preferred

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze and interpret research data
• Assists in the preparation of research papers for publication and presentation at national and international conferences
• Perform critical analysis of literature relevant to research projects
• Coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers and graduate students
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree