Postdoctoral Research Associate – Avian Immunology & Vaccine Development
Job Summary
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate Avian Immunology & Vaccine DevelopmentAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in immunology microbiology or related areas
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare scientific manuscripts technical reports and other scientific documentation in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with vaccine administration
- Experience working with laboratory animal models (e.g. mouse chicken)
- Molecular biology skills (e.g. expression of recombinant proteins)
- BSL3 experience
- Experience in cell culture techniques and immunological analysis (B and T cells cytokines Luminex)
- Experience in processing tissue and serum samples from poultry.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine advances a threetiered mission of teaching research and service through a highly productive faculty energetic graduate students and the expertise of adjunct collaborators. Our research programs focus on improving animal health protecting public health and enhancing food safety. Faculty members provide instruction in bacteriology immunology virology microbiology epidemiology and public health supporting a comprehensive and integrated approach to veterinary and biomedical sciences.
Department Unit/Website:
About - Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine
Proposed Start Date:
April 6 2026Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
October 6 2027Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
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
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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:
March 23 2026Posting Close Date:
March 30 2026Job Requisition Number:
R18818Required Experience:
IC
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