Postdoctoral Research Associate
Washington State University

Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:

October 25, 2024

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):306-NN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate, 306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research AssociateBusiness Title:Postdoctoral Research AssociateEmployee Type:Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)Position Term:12 MonthPosition 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 RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf.

Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.

FTE:

100%

This is a temporary, non-tenure track position.

Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary position expected to end on October 31, 2025. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload all required documents listed below to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications.

• External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.

• All documents must be attached before submitting the application. The application cannot be edited once submitted.

• Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files.

• Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.

• Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Contact Information of three references.

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