Postdoctoral Fellow I
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Overview
A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Zhongde Wang at Utah State University. The Wang laboratory is supported by multiple R01s R21s an U18 and an U19 grants from the NIH as well as by other funding agencies. The postdoctoral associate to be hired will conduct research projects focusing on intentional genetic alterations (IGAs) in chickens (e.g. gene editing gene knockout/knockin and transgenesis etc. to improve chicken disease resistance production performance and the use of IGA chickens as human disease models or bioreactors for therapeutic production.
Candidates with PhD MD or DVM degrees in poultry science animal science genetic engineering molecular and cellular biology reproduction biology or stem cell biology are encouraged to apply. Preferences will be given to the candidates who have research expertise in working with chicken primordial stem cells CRISPR/Casmediated gene editing or transposonmediated transgenesis in poultry. Please send the CV a cover letter (outlining previous experience and career goals) and contact information of three references to Dr. Zhongde Wang; email: . Initial review of application materials will start on October 15 2024. Positions will remain open until filled
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be expected to lead the aforementioned research projects centered on genomic engineering in poultry (chickens).
- Successful candidate will collaborate with other research participants including postdoctoral scientists graduate and undergraduate student researchers technicians and develop validate and/or employ methodologies required to complete the project objectives.
- This collaborative work will include experimental design grant application development and data analysis.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- D. MD or DVM degree in poultry science molecular/cellular biology animal science genetics or related field providing appropriate expertise.
- Substantial experience in working with chicken primordial germ cells
- Experience and familiarity working with CRISPR/Cas or/and transposons
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in assisted reproduction techniques (e.g. IVF PN injection ICSI SCNT OPU etc. in rodents or livestock
- Experience in ES/iPS/SS cells particularly in using these types of cells for producing genetically engineered animals
- Experience in epigenetics analyses (e.g. DNA methylation by bisulfite sequencing histone modification by ChIP or etc.
- A demonstrated track record of publication of research
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
Utah State University is located in Logan/Cache Valley ; a northern Utah population center of over 100000 residents. Nestled in the Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains Logan is 80 miles northeast of Salt Lake City and within a days driving distance of six national parks. Its close proximity to ski resorts lakes rivers and mountains makes it one of the finest recreation environments in the nation. The area has excellent schools a low crime rate and a flourishing arts scene. Utah State University is a Carnegie Doctoral Higher Research Activity LandGrant Institution with an enrollment of 27662 students.
The College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences is one of eight academic colleges at Utah State University. CAAS is the home to six diverse departmental units as well as USUs School of Veterinary Medicine. In 2016 USU was identified by Campus Explorer as the top school in the US for students preparing for agriculturerelated careers. For more information about the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences and/or its constituent departments please visit Highlights Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact. USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU. The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator. *updated 02/2025 In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm. Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm. Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322 For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact: U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights *updated 09/2023Notice of Nondiscrimination
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