Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine

Position ID:
Cornell-DeansOffice-PDA [#21504, 3483]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Microbiology
Appl Deadline:
2022/05/31 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2022/03/25, finished 2022/12/03, listed until 2022/06/30)
Position Description:
   

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
The Cazer Lab in the Department of Public and Ecosystem Health, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an outstanding postdoctoral associate in the area of antimicrobial resistance surveillance, using methods from computational biology, machine learning, and statistics. The Cazer Lab broadly investigates the epidemiology of zoonotic and infectious diseases with computational and field studies. We are primarily interested in the development and spread of antimicrobial resistant bacteria among animals and humans. Specifically, we are investigating novel computational approaches to antimicrobial resistance surveillance to detect increases in resistance and quantify the impacts of mitigation approaches, such as antimicrobial use restrictions in livestock. We also have projects investigating syndromic surveillance for COVID-19 in institutional and community settings, as well as the prevalence and persistence of immunity post-vaccination and post-natural infection.

The postdoctoral associate will work primarily on antimicrobial resistance surveillance and evaluating antimicrobial stewardship interventions in animals using national and local surveillance datasets. Bacteria of interest include Salmonella enterica Dublin, Escherichia coli, and staphylococci. There will be opportunities to develop independently driven projects on infectious disease epidemiology. We have access to laboratory diagnostic results, veterinary and human medical records, and national antimicrobial resistance surveillance data. Qualified candidates will have opportunities to supervise graduate, veterinary, and undergraduate students.

Responsibilities: • Analyze phenotypic and genotypic antimicrobial resistance data to understand longitudinal trends and effects of antimicrobial use restrictions • Apply generalized linear models and machine learning techniques to antimicrobial resistance data • Draft manuscripts and publish results in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals • Use best-practices for reproducible coding • Present results at conferences and seminars • Contribute to developing and writing grant proposals Qualifications: • Ph.D. degree in Epidemiology, Microbiology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, or a related discipline or a health professional doctorate (e.g., DVM, MD) with substantial experience in one of these fields. • Experience with analyzing phenotypic and genotypic (whole genome sequencing and metagenomic) antimicrobial resistance data. Expertise in clinical microbiology preferred. • Must be able to work independently and as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary team. • Strong analytic and written communication skills are required. • Proficiency in R (preferred) or other data analysis software

This is a 1-year, full-time appointment with a potential for extension contingent on successful performance. This position is anticipated to start in the summer of 2022, and work may be conducted partially or fully remotely within the United States.

To apply, visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/21504 to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a research statement.

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Dr. Casey Cazer (clc248@cornell.edu).

The Department of Public and Ecosystem Health mission is to use a transdisciplinary, systems approach to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges that involve the inter-dependent health of people, animals, and the ecosystems on which all life depends. Rather than organize around a common discipline or approach, Public & Ecosystem Health brings public health professionals, biophysical and social scientists, and veterinarians together to address three of the world’s greatest challenges: achieving healthy food systems, tackling emerging health threats, and conserving biodiversity. We seek not only to understand these wicked problems through research, but also to address them directly through public health and clinical veterinary practice. Quite simply, our students, staff, and faculty seek to change the world. To do this, we utilize a transdisciplinary One Health/Planetary Health systems approach, and base our work in the principles of sustainability, equity, and engagement.


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Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Cover letter including statement of career goals
  • Statement of research interests and plans
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/public-ecosystem-health
email address
607-253-3640
 
S3 208 Veterinary Center
College of Veterinary Medicine
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853