Post-Bachelor Fellowship: Bovine Pathogenesis & Immunology

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) and USDA ARS/NADC in Ames, IA invite applications for a post-graduate fellowship focusing on bovine respiratory disease and pathogen-host interactions. The appointment is full-time for one year with potential renewal pending funding.

You will gain experience in BSL-2/BSL-3 biosafety, perform laboratory tasks, analyze samples, and contribute to research presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Life Health and Medical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Infectious Diseases and Zoonoses, Microbiology, or Veterinary Sciences.
• Must be able to pass an FBI Security Risk Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist investigations of pathogen-host interactions and bovine respiratory disease.
• Perform laboratory activities in BSL-2/BSL-3 environments; process samples and assess bacterial persistence in tissues.
• Participate in laboratory or animal trials and contribute to data interpretation.
• Prepare and present research findings and experiences in professional settings.

Skills

BSL-2 Laboratory Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) and USDA ARS/NADC in Ames, IA invite applications for a post-graduate fellowship focusing on bovine respiratory disease and pathogen-host interactions. The appointment is full-time for one year with potential renewal pending funding.

You will gain experience in BSL-2/BSL-3 biosafety, perform laboratory tasks, analyze samples, and contribute to research presentations.