Postdoctoral Research Associate in Influenza and RNA Virus Pathogenesis
About The Position
The successful candidate will join a dynamic research program focused on understanding the pathogenesis of influenza and other RNA viruses and developing innovative strategies to prevent viral diseases. Working within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, the postdoctoral researcher will investigate viral-host interactions using a variety of molecular biology approaches and both ex vivo and in vivo model systems. The individual will also contribute to the evaluation of novel vaccine platforms by assessing their safety, immunogenicity, and protective efficacy against viral pathogens. In addition to conducting independent and team-based research, the candidate will actively engage with internal and external collaborators, contribute to scientific publications and presentations, and support the advancement of high-impact infectious disease research.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Immunology, or a closely related field by the start date.
Nice To Haves
- Experience utilizing ex vivo airway epithelial cell models, including air-liquid interface (ALI) culture systems.
- Experience analyzing and interpreting transcriptomic datasets (e.g., RNA-seq).
- Experience working with swine or other large animal models in infectious disease research.
- Record of scientific productivity demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, technical reports, or other scholarly communications.
Responsibilities
- Investigate viral-host interactions using a variety of molecular biology approaches and both ex vivo and in vivo model systems.
- Contribute to the evaluation of novel vaccine platforms by assessing their safety, immunogenicity, and protective efficacy against viral pathogens.
- Conduct independent and team-based research.
- Actively engage with internal and external collaborators.
- Contribute to scientific publications and presentations.
- Support the advancement of high-impact infectious disease research.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
- WorkFlex options for some positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
