Assistant Research Professor — Bacterial Pathogenesis

Marshall University School of Pharmacy; Huntington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, WV invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. The successful candidate will lead research on bacterial virulence mechanisms and develop novel therapeutics.

The role emphasizes in vivo murine modeling, advanced molecular biology, RNA-Seq, proteomics, and bioinformatics, with responsibility for mentoring students and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated track record of productive research in bacterial pathogenesis or infectious diseases.
• Hands-on experience with in vivo murine models.
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology, biochemistry, and cloning techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven history of peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and analyze experiments related to bacterial pathogenesis and host-pathogen interactions.
• Utilize murine models to investigate infections and test novel therapeutics.
• Perform molecular biology methods, RNA-Seq, proteomics, and basic bioinformatics.
• Prepare manuscripts and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Lead and mentor junior lab members, technicians, and students.

Skills

Bacterial pathogenesis

In vivo models

Molecular biology

RNA-Seq

Bioinformatics

Scientific writing

Mentorship

Education

Ph.D./M.D.-Ph.D.

Tools

RNA-Seq

Proteomics

Bioinformatics

Job description

Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, WV invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences. The successful candidate will lead research on bacterial virulence mechanisms and develop novel therapeutics.

The role emphasizes in vivo murine modeling, advanced molecular biology, RNA-Seq, proteomics, and bioinformatics, with responsibility for mentoring students and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.