Postdoc Research Associate VMPM
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Job Summary
Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - VMPMAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a researcher to study the immunology of animal and human infectious diseases with expertise in virology and immunological techniques. The research associate will lead investigations into immunomodulatory strategies to enhance resistance to respiratory diseases in both animal and human populations including in vitro screening of candidates and testing in animal models (murine ruminant). The candidate will collaborate closely with the PI and students and will have the opportunity to participate in multiple research projects. Training on working with murine and ruminant animals flow cytometry and other immunology techniques will be provided. The individual will contribute to writing manuscripts and reports share research findings and will have opportunities for training in grant writing.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Microbiology Immunology Preventive Medicine or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three or more years of experience working with in vitro models including epithelial and immune cell cultures and viability assays as well as BSL-2 viral pathogens.
- At least two years of experience working on animal models of infectious disease (murine/ruminant).
- Over two years of experience in immunology techniques such as qRT-PCR ELISA flow cytometry cell sorting MACS and multiplex assays.
- Experience mentoring and collaborating with undergraduate and graduate students.
- Proven track record in preparing scientific manuscripts.
Department/Program & College Description:
Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine has a three-tiered mission of teaching research and service is supported by a highly productive faculty energetic graduate students and the additional expertise of adjunct faculty. Our research focuses on improving animal health public health and food safety. Our faculty have instructional responsibilities in bacteriology immunology virology microbiology epidemiology and public health.
Department Unit/Website:
About - Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine
Proposed Start Date:
June 1 2026Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30 2027Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
February 16 2026Posting Close Date:
February 26 2026Job Requisition Number:
R18654Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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