Veterinary Pathology Research Associate — Zoonotic Diseases

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University seeks a Research Associate to support CEZID and CEEZAD in high-consequence pathogen research, including vaccine and diagnostic development. You will analyze tissue pathology from animal studies at BSL-2/BSL-3 under PI guidance, while ensuring DOJ Select Agent clearance and compliance.

Requires a Master’s degree with two years of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is mandatory. Preference given to MS/PhD in animal disease and DVM with pathology training.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus two years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct experiments and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Keep laboratory records and write posters, manuscripts, and articles.
• Perform diagnostic testing on animal samples.
• Write SOPs and biosafety manuals.

Skills

Master's degree

Two years experience

Valid driver's license

Education

Master's degree

MS/PhD in animal disease field

DVM with pathology training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kansas State University seeks a Research Associate to support CEZID and CEEZAD in high-consequence pathogen research, including vaccine and diagnostic development. You will analyze tissue pathology from animal studies at BSL-2/BSL-3 under PI guidance, while ensuring DOJ Select Agent clearance and compliance.

Requires a Master’s degree with two years of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is mandatory. Preference given to MS/PhD in animal disease and DVM with pathology training.