Postdoctoral Researcher

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pension

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in FAES Entomology to contribute to an NIH-funded study on the interplay between microbiota and life history traits in male Aedes aegypti. The position is housed in the lab of Sarah Short, affiliated with the Infectious Diseases Institute.

Responsibilities include designing and executing experiments, data analysis, mentoring junior lab members, and publishing findings.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in life sciences required, with focus in entomology, biology, microbiology, genetics, evolution, genomics or related field.
• Strong track record in research, publications, and project execution.
• Experience in experimental design, data analysis, and bioinformatics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments related to mosquito microbiota and life history traits.
• Analyze data and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Mentor junior lab members and contribute to training.
• Develop new methodologies and troubleshoot as needed.
• Apply for grant and fellowship funding to support research.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Experimental design

Education

Ph.D. in life sciences

Job description

Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher. Department: FAES | Entomology.

This Postdoctoral researcher will contribute to an NIH-funded study (R01AI189572, https://reporter.nih.gov/search/wk0CzbUpwE69AxJ0uTlPBQ/project-details/11296317) which focuses on the interplay between the microbiota and life history traits in male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. The position is housed in the lab of Sarah Short, in the Department of Entomology and in affiliation with the Infectious Diseases Institute. In collaboration with their scientific mentor (the P.I.), the successful candidate will design and execute experiments, analyze data, and publish findings in competitive scientific journals. They will develop new methodologies and troubleshoot as necessary. They will also mentor junior members of the laboratory to hone their instructional and mentoring skills. They will apply for appropriate grant and fellowship funding to support their research. They will also enrich their training by attending relevant seminars and colloquia and by developing independent projects that build upon the laboratory's ongoing work.

Salary range $62,232.00-63,480.00/annually.

Minimum Education Required: Doctorate (Academic) with a Major in the life sciences; entomology, biology, microbiology, genetics, evolution, genomics, or a related field.

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in the life sciences and must show a strong record of publication and success in research. They must have a strong background in experimental design, bioinformatics, and data analysis.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have experience in vector biology and microbiology, as well as insect-microbe interactions, bacterial community profiling, microbial ecology, metagenomics, and/or metabolomics. Experience working with teams and conducting field work is a plus, as is experience performing molecular and organismal experiments in insect systems.

The position is renewable for up to five years, pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Please include a CV and a statement of interest to considered; candidates may be subject to a reference check.

Additional Information: This is a term staff position for no more than 3 years. This position includes medical, dental, vision, and pension options. The full benefits can be viewed at the link below and inputting the information specific to the position. (i.e. staff, 100% FTE, & Term) https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/eligibility

Location: Howlett Hall (0295)

Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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