Molecular Pathology Fellowship: Pathogen Detection

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) seeks fellows for a CDC opportunity in Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on mentor-guided training in molecular pathology for pathogen diagnostics, with exposure to PCR, sequencing, ISH, and data analysis within IDPB’s program.

Applicants should hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in relevant fields and have strong communication skills. The appointment lasts one year, with potential renewal, and requires U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in molecular biology, genomics or related field.
• Experience with molecular pathology or pathogen diagnostics is desirable.
• Strong communication and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in mentor-guided training in molecular pathology for pathogen diagnostics.
• Work with NGS workflows and data analysis to support pathogen detection.
• Participate in quality management and documentation practices in a CLIA-like lab setting.

Skills

Laboratory data management

Quality control

Statistical analysis

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Life Health and Medical Sciences / Genomics

Tools

NGS techniques

Excel

R

Python

UNIX/Linux

Job description

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) seeks fellows for a CDC opportunity in Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on mentor-guided training in molecular pathology for pathogen diagnostics, with exposure to PCR, sequencing, ISH, and data analysis within IDPB’s program.

Applicants should hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in relevant fields and have strong communication skills. The appointment lasts one year, with potential renewal, and requires U.S. citizenship.