Postdoctoral Research Associate – Molecular Immunology & Translational Animal Models
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Job Summary
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The postdoctoral research associate will conduct research using molecular assays to characterize immune system changes associated with genetic mutations in the pig genome (Aim 1A). The postdoctoral candidate will also perform molecular and cellular analyses on human cells and porcine tissues to evaluate the effects of introducing human cells into mutant pigs including assessment of human immune system development and tissue interactions (Aim 1B).
The postdoctoral candidate will assist research staff with sample collection support maintenance and care of pigs in biocontainment facilities and contribute to herd management on ISU farms.
Additionally the postdoctoral research associate will develop write and submit manuscripts for publication describing research findings and project outcomes.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in molecular biology immunology or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in swine immunology
Experience with scRNA-seq data generation and analysis
Experience handling bleeding and caring for pigs
Department/Program & College Description:
Iowa State University has a proud history of 9 decades of innovative animal genetics and genomics research education and outreach tracing back to the pioneering days of Lush and Hazel. Many of todays animal breeders worldwide can trace their academic pedigree back to Iowa State University.
Department Unit/Website:
Animal Breeding & Genetics Department of Animal Science
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.
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Why Choose Iowa State University
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- 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
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