Postdoctoral Associate - Cytogenetics
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
Postdoctoral Associate – Cytogenetics
Virginia Tech Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
Location:
Blacksburg, Virginia. Salary: $53,550 – $65,029 per year. Hours per week: 40. Appointment type:
Restricted. Overtime:
Exempt. Review date: 11/28/2025.
This position is in the Entomology Department, working on the cytogenetic and genomic study of the arboviral vector Aedes aegypti. The main objective is to develop next‑generation‑quality physical genome maps for disease vectors.
Responsibilities- Characterize chromosomal rearrangements in the Aedes aegypti genome, including their distribution across the global tropics and their role in mosquito adaptation to climatic variables.
- Study the molecular basis of genetic divergence underlying inversion‑associated phenotypes.
- Ph.D. in genetics, cell biology, entomology, or a related discipline received within the last five years with at least one year of remaining eligibility.
- Experience in molecular biology and modern technologies such as Hi‑C proximity ligation, advanced cytogenetics, fluorescence in situ hybridization, and bioinformatics.
- Criminal conviction check required.
- Molecular biology and genetics laboratory experience.
- Web/computer skills; ability to learn new techniques and procedures.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Work type:
Research Faculty - Senior management:
Agriculture & Life Sciences - Department:
Entomology - Categories:
Agriculture / Life Science, Research / Scientific
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