Cornell University, Microbiology & Immunology

Position ID:

Cornell-M&I-KROONCAMPOSPOSTDOC [#28553]

Position Title:

Postdoctoral Associate

Position Type:

Postdoctoral

Position Location:

Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America

Subject Area:

Microbiology

Appl Deadline:

2025/01/31 11:59PM help popup

Position Description:

The Kroon Campos Lab (https://www.krooncamposlab.com/) at Cornell University seeks a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Researcher. Our lab focuses on understanding the mechanisms driving the emergence and re-emergence of single-stranded positive-sense RNA (ssRNA+) and zoonotic mosquito-borne viruses, including but not limited to alphaviruses and flaviviruses. We study virus-host interactions with the arthropod and vertebrate hosts at the molecular level. We aim to advance science and benefit society by conducting rigorous virology research, disseminating our findings, and training the next generation of scientists, which will benefit human and animal health.

The successful candidate is expected to uphold the highest ethical standards; value and respect each person with fairness and dignity; celebrate diversity and inclusivity; and foster a supportive, collaborative, and collegial environment. The candidate will be expected to work independently in leading scientific data exploration, design of new studies, manuscript preparation, generate data to support grant and postdoctoral fellowship applications, work to strengthen collaborations, as well as present data internally and in conferences. Dr. Kroon Campos will support the successful candidate’s career progression and independent research that falls within the scope of the lab.

Essential qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in virology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, entomology, or a closely related field

• Demonstrated expertise and publication record in virology research, particularly involving ssRNA+ viruses

• Knowledge in data analyses and statistics

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with plaque assays, PRNT, and other virological assays under BSL-2 and BSL-3 conditions

• Proficient in molecular biology, microbiology, and other techniques such as PCR, RT-qPCR, ddPCR, cloning, IPs, WBs, IFA, microscopy, ELISA, flow cytometry, RNA analysis and others

• Experience rearing mosquitoes

• Experience with in vivo studies of infection and dissection of mosquitoes at BSL-2/3

• Experience with in vivo infection handling and experimentation using mouse models at BSL-2/3

• Experience working with different types of high throughput sequencing datasets, such as RNAseq, RIBOseq, MeRIPseq, direct RNA sequencing

Application: to apply, please send:

• Your curriculum vitae

• The names of three references

• A cover letter outlining your research interests, short- and long-term career goals, and motivation to work with us.

All application materials should be submitted electronically through Academic Jobs Online. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance. Compensation will be based on experience. The expected pay range will be $61,008- $80,000 plus benefits. Informal inquiries regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Kroon Campos (rafaelkcampos@cornell.edu).

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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
Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )

Further Info:

https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/microbiology-and-immunology

Cornell University
Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology
C5 173 Vet Med Center, Box 5
Ithaca, NY 14853