Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Viral Immunology

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Viral Immunology

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U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

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The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a post-doctoral fellowship at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command – Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRDC MRIID).

The Viral Immunology Branch at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) is offering a fellowship opportunity for recent post‑doctoral candidates (within two years of degree completion) seeking experience in the areas of host–virus interactions, therapeutic and vaccine development, and immunological correlates of protection. As an ORISE fellow, you will join a collaborative research team focused on high‑consequence viral families, including filoviruses, paramyxoviruses, nairoviruses, coronaviruses, alphaviruses, and hantaviruses.

Fellows will participate in research within high‑containment BSL‑3 and BSL‑4 laboratories utilizing a wide range of techniques such as in vitro and in vivo infection models, high‑throughput spectral flow cytometry, microneutralization, immuno‑depletion and multiplex immunoassays. Our projects rely on successful partnerships with collaborators across academia and government, as well as the private sector from all over the world.

• Gain valuable hands‑on experience:
  Participate directly in high‑containment BSL‑3 and BSL‑4 laboratories, utilizing cutting‑edge in vitro and in vivo techniques.
• Collaborate across sectors:
  Engage in projects involving partnerships with government, industry, and academia.
• Expand your expertise:
  Interact with a broad research portfolio that includes therapeutics and vaccine development, host‑virus interactions and defining immunological correlates of protection.
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team:
  You will research alongside individuals who are deeply committed to advancing solutions for high‑consequence viral pathogens.

Frederick, Maryland

The USAMRIID is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

This appointment is a twelve‑month research appointment, with the possibility of being renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRIID. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location.

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE).
• Relocation Allowance.
• Training and Travel Allowance.

The fellow will conduct research that requires the individual to obtain and hold Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) enrollment pursuant to the requirements of the Army Biological Surety Program. Individuals must maintain a current certification of enrollment in the BPRP as a condition of eligibility for continued participation.

USAMRIID’s reputation has been built over the years by numerous scientists and technical staff working to protect both military personnel and civilians from the threat of infectious diseases. The Institute participates in support of emerging disease investigations, working alongside colleagues from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization. As a reference laboratory for the Department of Defense, USAMRIID sets the standard for identification of biological agents.

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