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28060000 - VM-COMP, DIAG & POP MEDICINE
Job Description
Classification Title: | Postdoctoral Associate |
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Job Description: | The Laboratories of Comparative Immunology & Virology for Companion Animals (LCIV-CA) in the Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine is seeking a highly motivated individual who has the knowledge and experience in molecular diagnostic techniques, molecular vaccine and immunotherapy, feline and canine veterinary procedures, and laboratory management to perform research related to viral pathogenesis, and vaccine and immune-therapeutic studies and preclinical trials. The incumbent is expected to actively participate in the conception, design, and execution of research, publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals, provide guidance in the interpretation of the LCIV-CA diagnostic results to clinical veterinarians, present results at conferences, seminars and/or technical meetings, and assist in preparation of grant proposals for funding. This individual will also supervise graduate/professional/undergraduate students, manage the CVM Cat Breeding Program and animal studies, manage lab resources and equipment, and observe high health and safety standards. Additional duties may be set in light of research needs and priorities. Employee is expected to be able to multi-task at a high level by performing genomics and proteomics research related to vaccine and immune-therapeutics of cats and dogs (50%), animal maintenance and testing (30%), while supporting all aspects of laboratory function (15%). Research-related duties (50%) include: Veterinary animal duties (35%) include: Lab management: (15%) |
Expected Salary: | Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience. |
Minimum Requirements: | • A Ph.D. and/or D.V.M. from a recognized institution • At least 1 year of experience in viral genomics or immunopathogenesis • Experience with viral culturing, viral titration, and other basic molecular techniques • Experience using companion animal models of infection • Ability to collect, compile, evaluate, and analyze data • Evidence of research productivity • Proficiency in command-line tools for bioinformatics, and experience in NGS data analysis including, quality control, epitope mapping, variant analysis and phylogenetic tree reconstruction • Evidence of attendance/presentations at scientific meetings • Proficient in verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment • Must handle laboratory animals (e.g., cats, dogs, etc.) and will be required to pass IACUC workshops and maintain active IACUC certifications. • Must be agreeable to work in BSL-3 facility |
Preferred Qualifications: | • Ability to multi-task at a high level |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, applications for job number 528981 must be submitted online. Please submit the following items:
Final candidates will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ . The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
Health Assessment Required: | No |
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