Bailey Lab Scientist

Job Summary

This research will focus on understanding the mechanisms governing the attenuation of the yellow fever virus vaccine strain, 17D. This will involve work in a biosafety-level 3 laboratory and working as part of a team.

• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.
• Working with pathogens, including the Yellow Fever virus and SARS-CoV-2, is an essential function of this position.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Work in high containment, including mandatory receipt of yellow fever vaccine
• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures