post-doctoral associate - Athens, GA , USA, United States - University of Georgia

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Position Information

Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

The position involves leading a research team on the assess effectiveness and understanding the mechanisms of influenza in high-risk populations.

Studies will focus on research in the areas of immunology, vaccine development, molecular biology, and/or virology to participate in animal model development, immune responses to seasonal and high-path influenza virus infection, virology on vaccine development and Universal influenza vaccine-induced immune responses in pre-clinical models.

Fellow position will involve contemporary and emerging technologies in influenza immunology and vaccine design and analysis in the new state-of-the-art laboratories.

Studies will use expertise in animal handling of mice, hamsters, and ferrets, non-human primates, infectious diseases, serology, B and T cell immunology, virology for analysis to determine the underlying mechanisms of the influenza virus infection and vaccination strategies in both healthy and high-risk populations.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Candidates will hold a Ph.
D. in immunology, virology, microbiology, bacteriology, infectious diseases, biochemistry, biology or a related discipline.

Preference will be given to candidates who have hands-on experience with influenza virus, immunology, cell culture, infections of mice, hamsters, or ferrets.

Strong communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English are essential as is the ability to work in a collaborative scientific environment.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes

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For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Ted Ross Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

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• Cover Letter

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