Fellow (Post Doc)

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University invites applications for a Post-Doctoral position focused on independent research in vaccines and diagnostics against high-consequence viruses. Work is conducted under BSL-2/BSL-3 conditions with several animal models. The role requires critical thinking and independent judgment with guidance from the Research Science Manager and PI.

DOJ Select Agent clearance is required. The position is on-site in Manhattan, KS, and offers a dynamic team environment within a busy

Qualifications

• DVM with graduate degree (MS or PhD) in a science-related field.
• Experience with BSL-2/BSL-3 containment and animal models preferred.
• Ability to plan and execute experiments and manage data.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct experiments related to vaccine and diagnostics development.
• Write and edit manuscripts/articles.
• Establish procedures and techniques; provide educational guidance to students.

Skills

Molecular biology

Virology

Immunology

Education

DVM with MS/PhD in science field

Tools

PCR

RT-PCR

Cloning

Cell culture

Western blotting

Protein purification

Job description

About This Role

Post-Doctoral position for independent research including but not limited to viruses such as Influenza, African swine fever, Vesicular Stomatitus, Rift Valley Fever, Monkey Pox and other select agents under both BSL-2 and BSL-3 bio-containment conditions. Duties would include planning and conducting experiments; writing and editing manuscripts/articles; establishing procedures and techniques; and provide educational guidance to students. This position is part of a very busy, successful research team whose main goal is to develop rationally designed vaccines and diagnostics against high-consequence foreign animal, emerging and zoonotic disease threats. The position requires the individual to display critical thinking and independent judgement as it relates to ongoing and new molecular, viral research with direct guidance from the Research Science Manager and Primary Investigator. The research is conducted at the BSL2 and BSL3 level of containment and utilizes several select target animal models such as pigs, cows, chickens and mice. The position requires the acquisition and maintenance of a DOJ Select Agent clearance.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of DVM with graduate degree – MS or PhD in science related field
• The degree requirement is necessary to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DVM with Masters or PhD in immunology, molecular biology, virology, or related field
• >5 yrs. Molecular laboratory experience – PCR, RT-PCR, cloning, cell culture techniques, western blotting, affinity purification of recombinant proteins using eukaryotic/prokaryotic cells or cell-free systems, conducting safety and immunogenicity studies, immunological assays, virological assays, poster presentations and/or presentation at local, university or national meetings. Ability to work with animals in the BSL2 and BSL3 level of biocontainment.
• Experience working or conducting studies with animals – rodents, food animals, and/or companion animals. Molecular or virological laboratory experience - virus isolation, virus purification, virus titration, western blotting, affinity purification of recombinant proteins using eukaryotic/prokaryotic cells or cell-free systems, conducting safety.

Sponsorship eligibility:

This position is eligible for sponsorship.

Application Window

Applications close on: October 26, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$39,227 - $66,667 annually