Post Doctoral Researcher
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- The Ohio State University
- Location
- Columbus Campus
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a Post Doctoral Researcher. The Post Doctoral Researcher will be responsible for managing studies targeted at understanding infectious disease on the animal side of the human-animal interface. The Post Doctoral Researcher will be expected to conduct research, and provide technical assistance to the PI, students, and trainees as needed.
The main roles for the individual hired for this position will include:
1) Manage multiple active surveillance projects in wild birds and exhibition swine to study various zoonotic diseases. This includes project planning and coordination; sample collection; sample testing; and data analysis.
2) Collaborating with the PI in the generation and testing of research hypotheses and data analysis, writing of papers, grants, and reports, and preparation of presentations and lectures.
3) Attending, participating, or presenting at laboratory meetings, seminars, graduate and undergraduate lectures, and conferences as needed.
4) Performing miscellaneous office duties as assigned by the PIs including, but not limited to, ordering supplies and helping the PIs in the organization and coordination of meetings and projects.
5) Maintaining frequent communication with other faculty and collaborators including students, veterinarians, producers, and livestock industry partners.
Work hours will typically occur between normal business hours but may occasionally require early morning and late evening travel, and weekends.
This position is available for one year with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Additional Information:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
PhD in veterinary medicine, animals science, or a related fieldDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
Experience working in a research laboratory (PCR, ELISA)
Valid driver’s license
Prior field work experience (collection of biological samples from swine and wild birds
Previous experience with a lab information management system
WORKING CONDITIONS (List all physical working conditions required for the job)
Bench work
Field work at livestock shows, farms, and wildlife areas
Willingness to travel for sample collection
Location:Sisson Hall (0080)Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)Scheduled Hours:40Shift:First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.
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