Postdoc: Vet Pathology - Prion Biology & Protein Detection

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Veterinary Pathology at Iowa State University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance interdisciplinary work on prion biology and related protein misfolding. The role includes designing experiments, developing antibody-based assays, and evaluating detection methods across biosafety protocols.

You will analyze quantitative data, contribute to publications, and collaborate with teams in veterinary medicine, biomedical sciences, and engineering,

Qualifications

• PhD completed by start date in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology or related field.
• Experience with protein biochemistry, immunoassays, and molecular techniques.
• Background in prion biology or protein misfolding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments on disease-associated proteins.
• Develop antibody-based and biochemical assays and evaluate detection methods.
• Analyze quantitative data and prepare reports and publications.
• Maintain biosafety compliance and document research records.

Skills

Protein biochemistry

Immunological assays

Molecular biology techniques

Biosafety procedures

Education

PhD in Biochemistry or related field

Tools

Protein purification

Affinity capture

Magnetic bead methods

Job description

The Department of Veterinary Pathology at Iowa State University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance interdisciplinary work on prion biology and related protein misfolding. The role includes designing experiments, developing antibody-based assays, and evaluating detection methods across biosafety protocols.

You will analyze quantitative data, contribute to publications, and collaborate with teams in veterinary medicine, biomedical sciences, and engineering,