Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Pathobiology Diagnostic Investigat Cvm 10046638
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Full Time (90-100%), Fixed Term Academic Staff, Research/Scientific, Non-Union
Position Summary
This Research Associate position entails working on a project that will involve contemporary molecular techniques, such as aptamer selection, recombinant protein synthesis, PCR, mutagenesis, cell culture systems, molecular cloning, sequencing, fluorimetric assay development and dual color confocal microscopy, as well as traditional microbiological methodologies. In addition, you will be exposed to a variety of other experimental approaches currently available in our laboratory. These studies are important for developing an antemortem diagnostic protocol and will be useful for developing intervention strategies for bovine tuberculosis. A direct biomedical application of these studies will be in the development of tools to study and understand the pathogenesis of this intractable disease, biomarkers of response to treatment as well as identification of vaccine targets.
Required DegreeDoctorate -Microbiology, Molecular Biology or relat
Minimum RequirementsExperience in epidemiology, microbiology, and molecular biology is required. Prior experience in tuberculosis biology, protein preparation, running Western blots, and some basic cell culture techniques are essential. Written and oral skills as demonstrated by prior publications/presentations are required. Basic willingness to interact and work with a team of skilled individuals is desirable.
Desired QualificationsExperience in epidemiology, microbiology, and molecular biology is required. Prior experience in tuberculosis biology, protein preparation, running Western blots, and some basic cell culture techniques are essential. Written and oral skills as demonstrated by prior publications/presentations are required. Basic willingness to interact and work with a team of skilled individuals is desirable.
Required Application MaterialsCV and three letters of reference.
Special InstructionsReview of applications will begin on August 21 and continue until the position is filled.
Review of Applications Begins On08/21/2019
Summary of Health RisksWork with infectious agents but no exposure to TB. This person would work with animals and need to drive a University vehicle (no commercial license needed).
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Aug 7, 2019 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Silver rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s STARS program, which measures and encourages sustainability in education and research; operations; and planning, administration, and engagement
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