Post-Doct Research Associate
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Auxiliary Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Post-Doct Research AssociateMedical and Veterinary Entomology at the University of Tennessee focused on Ticks Postdoctoral research associate in medical and veterinary entomology are available in the Trout Fryxell laboratory at the University of Tennessee in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology. Postdoc will primarily be responsible for preventing and detecting the movement of Asian longhorned ticks (Haemaphysalis longicornis) and its associated cattle pathogen (Theileria orientalis Ikeda) in the region; although, a One Health approach will be used. The postdoc will work together with lead postdoc in a team environment to help address this very real-world challenge in human and animal health. Collaborations will include stakeholders, scientists, and staff within and outside of the university. Postdoc applicants who are interested in working with animals and people, learning new skills, and comfortable with indoor and outdoor research are especially encouraged to apply. Postdocs will be expected to give presentations to a variety of audiences (e.g., to stakeholders, academic conferences), write reports and manuscripts intended for publication (e.g., Extension and academic publications), and mentor undergraduate students. Both associates are expected to generate and submit at least one paper per year from their University of Tennessee work.The initial appointment is for 18 months with a mandatory 6-month probationary period, with a possibility of renewal for up to four years based on performance and continued grant funding.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Applicants must have a PhD at the time of start in a field connected to entomology, animal science, veterinary sciences, parasitology, microbiology, molecular biology, epidemiology, or similar disciplines
- Positions require excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work in a highly interdisciplinary team-based environment. Actively contribute to a respectful environment
- Experience in vector biology, including tick collection and/or identification
- Experience working in the field with long days and in various climates
- Preference will be given to applicants with a record working in a team environment, publishing previous research, maintaining drive and motivation, and demonstrating problem-solving skills.
- Field/Laboratory Skills- taxonomic identification, collection, animal care/husbandry, maintaining colonies, molecular biology, etc.
- Analytical / Quantitative Skills- data management, data processing and analysis, GIS, webpage management, etc. Soft skills- teamwork, leadership, time management, communication, organization, etc.
- A cover letter, which indicates your goals, the skills you have learned and can teach someone as well as the skills you desire to learn and/or improve upon.An updated CV (please include links to previously published manuscripts)List of three references with emails (letters are not necessary)
- Expected start date January 2023 Salary 45-52k with moving allowance depending on qualifications
Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Entomology & Plant Path - Res
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Sep 22, 2022, 3:34:07 PM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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