Postdoctoral Associate
About The Position
The Ghosh Lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to work on a research project investigating immune priming and disease dynamics in bumble bees. The successful candidate will conduct research at the interface of insect immunology, pollinator biology, and conservation. The work will involve laboratory experiments, individual and colony-level assays, and ecological approaches to investigate how immune priming influences pathogen resistance, immune function, and colony performance in bumble bees. Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment, with a minimum of one year of eligibility remaining.
Requirements
- PhD in Entomology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Immunology, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: Insect ecology Insect immunology Pollinator biology
- Strong quantitative and scientific writing skills are required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with pollinator systems such as bumble bees or other social insects.
- Experience with insect immune assays, pathogen exposure experiments, or molecular techniques related to host-pathogen interactions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
