Postdoctoral Researcher: Mosquito Olfaction & Mentoring

Vanderbilt Medical Group; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University, in the Zwiebel Laboratory within the Department of Biological Sciences, invites applications for a Postdoctoral researcher. The role focuses on conducting independent research on mosquito olfaction and developing funding proposals.

Reporting to the lab PI LJ Zwiebel, the position emphasizes mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students and collaboration with department staff to advance a broad biology program. Nashville, TN.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, genomics or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology or related field required.
• Strong communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research on mosquito olfaction.
• Mentor graduate students and undergraduates in the lab.
• Apply for external funding and manage grant-related tasks.
• Collaborate with PI and lab staff.
• Prepare reports and contribute to ongoing projects.

Skills

Research experience

Genomics

Mosquito biology

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

PhD in molecular biology/genomics

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Vanderbilt University, in the Zwiebel Laboratory within the Department of Biological Sciences, invites applications for a Postdoctoral researcher. The role focuses on conducting independent research on mosquito olfaction and developing funding proposals.

Reporting to the lab PI LJ Zwiebel, the position emphasizes mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students and collaboration with department staff to advance a broad biology program. Nashville, TN.