Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Nano-Biosensors Lab in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, Michigan State University, is seeking a Research Associate (Postdoctoral researcher) with a multidisciplinary background in nanotechnology, biosensors, microbiology (especially viruses), and animal diseases.

The position is an off-dated position for one year with the possibility of a second-year extension based on funding and performance. The position will start immediately.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement the project on developing and validating nano-biosensing techniques to identify and detect viruses and profile their phenotypic characteristics
• Plan and execute research studies as assigned
• Collect and analyze data
• Prepare high-quality and high-impact manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Secure and maintain extramural funding
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students

Required Degree

Terminal -Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological/Bio Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genomics

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological/Bio Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genomics
• Evidence of scientific excellence and productivity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Desired Qualifications

Research experience in biosensor development, detection of infectious diseases in animal and clinical samples, phenotypic profiling of pathogens