Job Information
Washington State University Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pullman, Washington
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Available Title(s):
306-NNFACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate, 306-YNFACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
The Department of Microbiology and Pathology (VMP) within the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dr. Troy Bankhead's laboratory. The incumbent will conduct basic and applied on an NIH-funded project involving the causative agent of Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi. Primary responsibilities include experimental work on the mechanisms of gene regulation and host-pathogen interactions. Other responsibilities include analysis of data, maintenance of accurate research records, review of current literature, preparation of manuscripts, and presentation of research findings at national and international meetings. The incumbent will also be expected at times to train graduate students in basic research techniques in molecular biology, microbial genetics, and murine infection. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and implement new ideas on the project involving the spirochete pathogen. The appointee will be part of a strong interdisciplinary group of investigators engaged in research to control diseases of international importance. This research will also offer opportunities for collaborative projects with research scientists of the USDA-ARS, Animal Disease Research Unit, housed within the department.
The successful applicant will join a dedicated team focused on research, service and scholarship. This position is located in Pullman, Washington.
Summary of Duties:
• Presenting the research through poster/oral presentation and peer-reviewed publication.
• Designing, carrying out, and troubleshooting experiments.
• Coordinate, manage, and maintain daily lab operations.
• Oversee quality control, make suggestions for improvement in techniques and interpretation.
• Supervise and train undergraduate and graduate trainees.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Biomedical Science, Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or a related field.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A first-author publication in peer-reviewed journal.
• Demonstrated previous experience in areas such as microbiology, molecular biology, and microbial genetics.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Specific expertise in bacterial pathogenesis, RNA work, mouse models of infection, and immunology is preferred but not required.
Additional Information:
Area/College:
College of Veterinary Medicine
Department Name:
Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99163
Laboratory Website Link:
https://www.bankheadlab.org/
Annual Salary:
$50,000 - $60,000
In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is bas