Postdoc: Host–Virus Interactions & Antiviral Mechanisms

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Supplement

Relocation Allowance

Training and Travel Allowance

Job summary

A government research institute in Maryland is offering a post-doctoral fellowship within the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute. The role focuses on studying host-virus interactions to identify therapeutic candidates. Candidates should have a post-doctoral degree in virology or related fields, obtained within the last 48 months. Participants will gain hands-on experience in advanced laboratory techniques and research methodologies in a supportive environment with potential for stipend and allowances.

Qualifications

• Post-doctoral degree in virology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, or related biological/medical sciences.
• Degree must have been received within 48 months of the appointment start date.

Responsibilities

• Join a community studying host-virus interactions.
• Identify therapeutic candidates affecting viral infection.
• Utilize advanced laboratory techniques and omics technologies.

Skills

Experience with virus infection models

Basic concepts of drug discovery

Knowledge of siRNA-Crispr screens

Education

Post-doctoral degree in virology or related field

Job description

A government research institute in Maryland is offering a post-doctoral fellowship within the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute. The role focuses on studying host-virus interactions to identify therapeutic candidates. Candidates should have a post-doctoral degree in virology or related fields, obtained within the last 48 months. Participants will gain hands-on experience in advanced laboratory techniques and research methodologies in a supportive environment with potential for stipend and allowances.