Postdoctoral Scholar
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biology, Biomedical Science, Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
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
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Terminal
-Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological/Bio Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genomics
- 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
- Research experience in biosensor development, detection of infectious diseases in animal and clinical samples, phenotypic profiling of pathogens
Interested applicants should send (1) cover letter, (2) CV including a complete list of publications, and (3) the names and contact information of three professional references directly to Dr. Evangelyn Alocilja, alocilja.
For more information, please contact Dr. Evangelyn Alocilja, alocilja.
Review of applications begins on 06/08/2026.
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