Lecturer-zoo, exotic and companion animal health, management and behavior
University of Vermont
The Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the University of Vermont invites applications for a 2 year, benefits eligible, renewable, non tenure track, full time lecturer position to ideally begin in Spring 2019. This is a 9 month (1.0 FTE) teaching, advising and service position. Posting # F1197PO.
Link:
www.uvmjobs.com
Assistant or Associate Professor in Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Biomedical Statistics
University of Illinois
The Department of Pathobiology (http://vetmed.illinois.edu/path/) at the College of Veterinary Medicine,
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, announces one or two 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant or
Associate Professor positions in Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Biomedical Statistics. These
positions are available beginning on or about August 15, 2019. Salary is commensurate with experience
and qualifications and start-up packages will be provided.
For full consideration, please create your candidate profile at https://go.illinois.edu/Epidemiology_Faculty
and upload application materials, including your cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of research
interests and plans, and the names and contact information (email) for at least three professional
references by January 15, 2019. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.Applicants may be interviewed prior to the closing date; however, no hiring decisions will be made until
after that date. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon
acceptance of a contingent offer.
For further information regarding application procedures, please contact Karen Nichols at
klp68@illinois.edu . For additional information regarding the positions, contact Dr. Rebecca Smith at
rlsdvm@illinois.edu.
Link:
https://go.illinois.edu/Epidemiology_Faculty
Postdoc in Virology and Bioinformatics
Mississippi State University and/or Plum Island Animal Disease Center
A post-doctoral research associate position in Virology and Bioinformatics within the infectious diseases research group at Mississippi State University (MSU) is available immediately.
The responsibilities of the position will include: analysis of gene expression data to study regulation; become proficient in BSL-3 practice to work with foreign animal diseases, and publication of project results. The scope of work may include both laboratory (data acquisition) and analytic research activities. Research stations may include Mississippi State University (Mississippi State, MS) and/or Plum Island Animal Disease Center (Greenport NY).
The successful candidate will work on a collaborative project between MSU and USDA/ARS Plum Island Animal Disease Center that focuses on identifying host mechanisms of Foot-and-Mouth Disease carrier state divergence using genomics approaches. The ultimate goal of the research program is to train scientists who may join the workforce at the National Bio and Agro-defense Facility currently under construction at Manhattan KS. However, no commitment is required beyond the funded period of fellowship.
Qualifications: US citizens with a PhD in Virology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, statistics, is required. Experience in working with genome scale datasets and computational pipelines and databases is desirable. Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work well independently and in a team and a broad interest in Virology and infectious diseases and Bioinformatics is important. Competitive salary/stipend and benefits are available and will be commensurate with experience. The position is funded for two years, with the second year contingent upon success in the first one.
To apply: Email your CV, brief statement of research interests (one page maximum) and contact information for three references to Dr. Bindu Nanduri (bnanduri@cvm.msstate.edu), College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Large Animal Nutrition
Michigan State University
The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences (LCS) at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Large Animal Nutrition. This position is being offered as a Tenure Track faculty position.
The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic and innovative team that is committed to world-class research, outreach and training to meet the needs of the large animal industry. Candidates must have a veterinary medical degree (DVM or equivalent) and be eligible for licensing in the State of Michigan (an academic license option exists). American or European board certification (or eligibility) in veterinary nutrition is desirable. An advanced graduate degree (PhD desirable) or evidence of equivalent research experience and scholarly productivity is required.
The successful candidate is expected to dedicate 20% of the position to providing client-focused nutrition service as part of the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (VDL). The candidate in this appointment will have a 50% research appointment and will be expected to develop a nationally/internationally recognized, externally funded, collaborative program in fields related to Large Animal Nutrition. The remainder 30% of the appointment will be dedicated to DVM, post-doctoral and graduate training (residents and research-degree students).
Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae along with the names and contact information for three professional references. Candidates must also include a letter of intent specifying which appointment they are seeking as well as their qualifications, professional experience, career goals, commitment to clinical service, history of research funding, statement of future research plans and ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment.
Link:
http://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/500266/ast-profasc-proffull-professortenure-system
Post doctoral research associate available now
Texas A&M University
Molecular characterization of G protein coupled receptors in ticks. The project involves validating receptors through RNAi; cell bioluminescence and fluorescence assays, qRT- PCR, basic molecular and biochemical techniques. Must know how to drive and is willing to travel for 3-4 days to South TX. You may view this announcement by going to https://agrilifeas.tamu.edu/hr/careers-employment/
On this page “external applicant” instructions are on the left side while “internal applicant” instructions are on the right. If you are an “external applicant” click on the Texas A&M AgriLife Research link and search for R-013301 If you are interested in applying please follow the guidelines given (including the ability to attach a resume, etc.). FYI – all individuals must apply via this on-line application process. We CANNOT accept walk-ins or applications/resumes via email.
Link:
https://agrilifeas.tamu.edu/hr/careers-employment/
Post Doctoral Research Associate in Stress Immunology
Michigan State University
A research associate, postdoctoral, position is available in the Gastrointestinal Stress Biology Laboratory at Michigan State University (https://cvm.msu.edu/research/faculty-research/moeser) to investigate interactions between environmental challenges (psychological stress, environmental toxin exposure) and biological sex during early life on immune developmental programming and immune disease risk throughout the lifespan. Selected individuals will join a highly productive, diverse and interactive group funded by the NIH and USDA and will have the opportunity to utilize and integrate a wide range of cutting edge experimental approaches and models including in vivo and in vitro electrophysiology, optogenetics, epigenetics/ChIP-Seq, vivo mast cell genetic murine models (Cre/lox, ribotag, etc.), porcine models, and human tissues.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and NIH guidelines
Interested applicants can contact Dr. Adam Moeser directly and(or) apply here: http://careers.msu.edu/mob/cw/en-us/job/499467/research-associatefixed-term
Link:
http://careers.msu.edu/mob/cw/en-us/job/499467/research-associatefixed-term
Postdoctoral Researcher
Louisiana State University
A Postdoctoral Researcher Position is available immediately at the Department of Pathobiological Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LSU to conduct animal herpesvirus molecular pathogenesis and vaccine research. Qualification includes a documented experience in Molecular Virology and/or Immunology. Interested candidates should send their CV with names and contact information of three references by email to Professor Shafiqul Chowdhury: Chowdh@ LSU. EDU
Graduate student position available to study Gastrointestinal Immunology and Physiology
Michigan State University
A PhD graduate student position is available in the Gastrointestinal Stress Biology Laboratory at Michigan State University (https://cvm.msu.edu/research/faculty-research/moeser). The dissertation research project will explore the mechanisms by which early life stress and biological sex influence gastrointestinal immune function and disease risk throughout the lifespan. Selected individuals will join a highly productive, diverse and interactive group funded by the NIH and USDA and will learn and integrate a wide range of experimental approaches and models including molecular biology, in vivo and in vitro electrophysiology, optogenetics, in vivo genetic murine models (Cre/lox, ribotag, etc.), porcine models, and human tissues.
Interested applicants can contact Dr. Adam Moeser: moeserad@msu.edu
Link:
https://cvm.msu.edu/research/faculty-research/moeser
Postdoctoral Research opportunity in Bacterial Pathogenesis
ORISE on behalf of USDA. ARS
Projects include identifying virulence factors and evaluating the molecular mechanisms used by swine bacterial pathogens, such as Bordetella bronchiseptica, Haemophilus parasuis, and Streptococcus suis, to colonize and cause disease.
Link:
https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/ARS-VPRU-2018-980-0031
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Nutritional Immunology
Michigan State University
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual interested in nutritional immunology to participate in a funded project aiming at studying the impact of oxidative stress on vaccination responsiveness in neonatal dairy calves. The project entails both field and in vitro experiments, combining immunologic, molecular biology, and lipidomic analyses to assess the immune response of calves under various conditions of oxidative stress.
This project is a collaboration between Dr. Angel Abuelo and Prof. Lorraine Sordillo from the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences. More broadly, there is a substantial community of scientists conducting different comparative medicine and integrative biology research within the College of Veterinary Medicine. Also, the MSU core facilities offer an exceptional infrastructure for flow cytometry, genomics, bioinformatics, mass spectrometry, and proteomics.
The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include working on research projects, supervising students in the laboratory, preparing manuscripts, and collaborating in grant proposal development in the area of cattle immunometabolism. It is expected that the research associate will devote the majority of his/her time to ongoing research projects at the mentors’ laboratories (60%) with a 10% time commitment supervising students, laboratory oversight, and teaching as opportunities arise. It is also the expectation that the remaining time of the position (30%) will be devoted to assisting and preparing extramural grant applications and preparing manuscripts and scientific review papers.
A DVM (or equivalent) or an Animal Science degree and a PhD in biological sciences is required. Training in immunology or molecular biology is a plus but not a requirement. Excellent communication skills, ability to work well in a team, and an interest in nutritional immunology is important. Competitive salary and benefits are available.
Assistant Professor, Physiological genomics
University of Tennessee
The University of Tennessee, Department of Animal Science in Knoxville, TN invites applications for a full-time, 12 month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary and rank are commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Position Responsibilities: 60% AgResearch and 40% Teaching
Please check out our website to learn more about the position or contact Dr Pighetti who is at the CRWAD meeting.
Link:
https://ag.tennessee.edu/AnimalScience/Pages/default.aspx
Assistant, Associate, Full Professor
Long Island University, Post Campus
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Long Island University (LIU) in Brookville, NY invites applications from self-directed, motivated individuals to join LIU faculty in disciplines of infectious diseases (bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology), epidemiology, immunology, and/or pathology for full time tenure track positions.
Successful candidates must be engaged in educational, research and service activities. Priority review will be given to candidates whose strength is research, with demonstrated experience in securing extramural funding for research, and exhumed skill in teaching.
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Immunology/ Virology/ Infectious Disease
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has a postdoctoral position available for a highly motivated individual interested in the mechanisms of infectious diseases. Candidates with a strong background in immunology, molecular biology, and virology/ microbiology and the ability to work independently and cooperatively with other members in the laboratory are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications: PhD or DVM/MD in immunology, molecular biology, and virology/microbiology or related field. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience with viral diseases and/or immunological methods and techniques.
Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates may contact Dr. Jay Reddy at nreddy2@unl.edu. To view details of the position and apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_180185. Applicants will be required to attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references (or arrange to have reference letters sent to nreddy2@unl.edu.)
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
PhD or/and MSc opportunity in animal virology.
University of Montreal
If you are interested in animal virology, we offer exciting training opportunities in porcine, mink and zoonotic viruses. The host lab is located in a small town close to Montreal, Canada. We are Laboratory for Animal Molecular Virology of University of Montreal.
You can send your CV and letter of motivation to my email: levon.abrahamyan@gmail.com
Thank you.
Kind regards,
Levon Abrahamyan, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
USGS
Pre-announcement: The USGS Immunomodulation Project is seeking 1-2 postdoctoral research fellows with a background in immunological and microbiome research for a study titled “Influence of environmentally-relevant concentrations of chemical pollutants on microbiome diversity and stability—potential effects on fish and wildlife”. Eligibility—US Citizens. If interested, please see me at my poster (CIRNAS) between 6-8 PM (Monday).
Postdoctoral Positions
VIDO-InterVac
The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac), a research organization at the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada, is seeking a number of postdoctoral fellows to work in the fields of pathogenomics and vaccine development.
Please click on the link for more information and to apply.
Link:
https://vido-intervac.humi.ca/job-board/uncategorized/395
Graduate student opportunity- animal physiology
University of Vermont
The Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the University of Vermont is looking for a Ph.D. student in Animal Physiology, with flexible starting time. The student will engage in research in antioxidation, metabolic physiology and mastitis in the mammary gland of dairy cows.
The candidates should have excellent academic records with a background in animal science, nutrition, physiology, molecular/cellular biology, endocrinology, or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred, but not required. He/she must be highly self-motivated and have a good work ethic. Working experience with large animals, or lab animals is highly desirable.
The students will be supported by graduate research or teaching assistantships. Thus, excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. For foreign students, a minimum of TOEFL score of 100 (in 120) is required.
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Feng-Qi Zhao at fzhao@uvm.edu with your statement of interest, academic transcripts, GRE scores, and curriculum vitae for further considerations.
Postdoctoral Fellow Position
Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac)
Project Title: Animal models for viral pathogenesis and oncolytic therapy
Project Description: The research focus is on the development of an immunocompetent humanized pig model for viral pathogenesis and oncolytic virus therapy studies. The candidate will study the fate of stem cells from healthy human tissues and tumors after transplantation in animals. The successful candidate will also study pathogenesis and oncolytic properties of wild-type and genetically modified Zika viruses.
Financial Support: The project is fully funded for two years.
Research Advisor: Uladzimir Karniychuk, DVM, Ph.D. For more information, visit:
http://www.vido.org/team/project-leaders/uladzimir-karniychuk
Link:
https://vido-intervac.humi.ca/job-board/uncategorized/1021
Mathematical Biology, Statistician, Computer Scientist
USDA APHIS
The position is at the USDA National Centers for Animal Health within the Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB).
The CVB statistics section is looking for skills that support 1) statistical design, analysis, and interpretation of scientific studies 2) application of statistical principles to scientific problems in applied disciplines and 3) effective communication with scientists about practical issues.
We are also interested in individuals that may advance our work with experience in areas such as bioinformatics, epidemiology, machine learning, laboratory methods, or statistical programming.
Applicants may find the job announcement at https://www.usajobs.gov and searching by location (Ames, Iowa), job series (Mathematical Statistician or Computers Scientist), or through the job announcement number (24VS-APHIS-MA-2019-0123).
Applications may be received until Thursday, December 20, 2018. For more information email Dave Siev, Statistics Section Leader, USDA-CVB; david.siev@aphis.usda.gov.
Link:
www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/518048900
