Postdoctoral Fellow - Laboratory of Infectious Disease

The Laboratory of Infectious Disease Research

The Laboratory of Infectious Disease Research (LIDR) is a Regional Biocontainment Laboratory located on the MU-Columbia campus. It is a state-of-the art NIAID-supported facility that permits research with infectious agents up to biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) and serves as a critical resource for University of Missouri and collaborating scientists who perform research on infectious diseases.

LIDR is seeking an enthusiastic post-doctoral fellow to join the Aerobiology Core at LIDR. The successful individual will participate in exciting projects studying Risk Group 3 bacteria and viruses with the goals of understanding pathogenesis and advancing medical countermeasures. Current areas of research interest include plague, tularemia, arboviruses, and coronaviruses. Collaboration is fundamental to the mission of LIDR and there is the opportunity to work with groups at MU, in addition to academic and industry partners worldwide.

Aerobiology experience is not essential as training will be provided - it is much more important that the individual is motivated about the research and willing to learn.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and execute cutting edge experiments
• Collect data and prepare manuscripts
• Collaborate with academic and industry partners
  

Ph.D., D.V.M, or M.D.

Biomedical science experience, preferably with a microbiology background.

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Successful candidates will be evaluated on exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills : collaboration, communication, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the university's values.

Application, resume, and cover letter

Please submit your curriculum vitae and list of three references with contact information.

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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