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Postdoctoral Associate

Employer
Virginia Tech
Location
Virginia, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Mar 14, 2023


Job Description

The Aylward lab at Virginia Tech is seeking a post-doctoral researcher interested in the evolution and genomics of DNA viruses. The researcher will have the opportunity to work in several areas of ongoing research in the laboratory, including the isolation and genomic analysis of large DNA viruses, cultivation of diverse hosts, analysis of evolutionary relationships and genomic repertoires of different viral groups groups, and the development of bioinformatic methods for genomic and evolutionary analyses. The research will address critical questions regarding the evolution and interaction of viruses with protist hosts in nature. Candidates will be able to work on existing research projects and develop their own, provided they are synergistic with the general research goals of the lab. Experience with both experimental and computational approaches is desirable, as is proficiency in widely-used microbiological methods. The Aylward lab is a vibrant and dynamic work environment that welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. The anticipated start date for this position would be in Spring or Summer 2023. More information on the lab and current research can be found on the website: www.aylwardlab.com

Required Qualifications

- PhD in relevant field (microbiology, genomics, etc.). PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for microbial evolution and genomics

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working with cultures of bacteria/algae/viruses
- Experience with a coding language (preferably Python or R) and working with bioinformatic workflows.
- Experience with both experimental and computational approaches
- Proficiency in widely-used microbiological methods

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience but within budget maximum

Review Date

March 27, 2023

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dreama Price at dreama@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: March 14, 2023
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