What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Associate 25-022 position at Old Dominion University Research Foundation?
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our dynamic research team at Old Dominion University- Department of Biological Sciences. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a recent Ph.D. graduate to further develop their skills and expertise in biomedical sciences within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Job Responsibilities: The postdoctoral researcher is expected to contribute to research in the fields of vaccinology, immunology, and intracellular pathogens. This position is funded by a grant from the Virginia Commonwealth Health Research Board (CHRB) to develop vaccines against tick-borne diseases. When applying, please include a cover letter detailing how this position aligns with your experience, interests, and career goals.- Plan, conduct, and analyze in vivo T-cell epitope mapping and vaccine immunogenicity experiments and in vitro immunogenicity assays to include T-cell ELISpots, ELISAs, and flow cytometry.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records in accordance with laboratory guidelines and contribute to the maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of the laboratory and experimental samples.
- Author manuscripts that result from this work.
- Prepare presentations explaining results.
- Supervise and mentor the daily activities of the undergraduate researcher/s working on this project.
- Participate in weekly lab meetings and journal clubs, attend departmental seminars, meet individually with the PI at least once every 2 weeks, assist with lab management activities.
Education and/or training: PhD
Specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge of mouse handling techniques.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture, specifically primary T cell culture.
- Knowledge of and experience with immunology and in vitro immunogenicity assays, such as ELISpot, ELISA, flow cytometry.
- Experience planning and conducting experiments, maintaining appropriate records, and communicating findings.
Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Experience with mouse handling, including RapID system, facial vein bleeding, immunizations, spleen harvesting & processing for cell culture.
- Knowledge and experience in vaccinology, including ELISA and T-cell ELISpot techniques.
- Knowledge and experience in cloning and recombinant protein production.
- Knowledge of and experience working with intracellular pathogens, specifically Listeria.
- Experience in laboratory management (inventory management and procurement assistance).
- Successful experience mentoring undergraduate researchers.
PhD in microbiology, immunology, or a related field.
Please visit ODU Research Foundation website at http://researchfoundation.odu.edu; click on the employment tab and follow the link for position #25-022. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug Free
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