Postdoctoral Associate- Joyner

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Associate to join a dynamic lab focused on understanding malaria parasites. This role involves planning and executing experimental studies, mentoring students, and preparing reports and publications. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and experience in malaria research, including genetic manipulation and next-generation sequencing. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and mentorship, where your contributions will directly impact the field of veterinary medicine and public health. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while making a difference in scientific research.

Qualifications

• PhD in related fields with experience in malaria parasites.
• Strong background in experimental design and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experimental studies and data analysis.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the lab.
• Prepare publications, reports, and grant proposals.

Skills

Experimental Design

Data Analysis

Mentoring

PCR

Cloning

Next Generation Sequencing

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

PhD or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate- Joyner

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Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number: G/R26632P
Working Title: Postdoctoral Associate- Joyner
Department: VetMed-Vaccines & Immun Ctr
Employment Type: Employee
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Advertised Salary: $55,000 to $70,000 commensurate with experience
Anticipated Start Date: 12/01/2024
Posting Date: 10/17/2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Plan, execute and perform experimental studies and data analysis (60%)
2. Mentor and train undergraduate and graduate students (20%)
3. Publication, report, grant, and presentation preparation (20%)

Minimum Qualifications

This position is grant funded. Continuation of employment, while probable, is not guaranteed.

This post-doctoral position will work in the Joyner lab to understand genotype-phenotype relationships of the relapsing malaria parasites, Plasmodium cynomolgi and Plasmodium vivax. The individual is expected to oversee the day-to-day management of projects, assist in analysis and interpretation of study data, preparation of grants and associated reports, and lastly, manuscripts for publication. The individual will also have an active role in training and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in the laboratory.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

• Minimum Qualifications: PhD or equivalent and experience in related fields.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with culture and isolation of malaria parasites, genetic manipulation of malaria parasites, next generation sequencing analysis of parasite genomes using long and short-read sequencing approaches, basic laboratory skills including PCR and cloning.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Learn and design new experimental approaches and procedures
• Solve technical problems efficiently and independently
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment; ability to train others effectively and efficiently in the laboratory
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a fully productive, cooperative team member

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Chet Joyner
Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents:

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.