Postdoc: Lyme Bacteriophage Biology & Gene Transfer

Montana State University; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study bacteriophage biology in Borrelia burgdorferi, focusing on phiBB-1 and cp32 prophages. The role spans mechanistic biology and host-vector cycles in ticks and mice.

The successful candidate will develop a research focus aligned with their strengths; Lyme disease or tick experience is welcome but not required. Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree completed by start date in relevant life sciences fields.
• Experience with basic molecular biology, genetics, or genomics is expected.
• Strong record of research productivity (publications or dissertations).

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct studies of phiBB-1/cp32 biology and horizontal gene transfer.
• Investigate phage activity across tick and mammalian hosts.
• Develop or apply molecular biology, genomics, and computational approaches as appropriate.
• Contribute to data analysis, reproducible reporting, and publications.
• Collaborate across disciplines and mentor junior staff.

Education

PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in relevant field

Job description

Montana State University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study bacteriophage biology in Borrelia burgdorferi, focusing on phiBB-1 and cp32 prophages. The role spans mechanistic biology and host-vector cycles in ticks and mice.

The successful candidate will develop a research focus aligned with their strengths; Lyme disease or tick experience is welcome but not required. Salary commensurate with experience.