Postdoctoral Associate

Division:
Molecular Virology and Microbiology

Work Arrangement:
Onsite only

Location:

Houston, TX

Salary Range: $62,232 - $66,948

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Baylor College of Medicine has a postdoctoral position available immediately for a highly motivated research scientist to join our Elephant Endotheliotrophic Herpes Virus (EEHV) research group. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct mentor facilitated independent research, publish their research in peer-reviewed journals, present their research progress at relevant scientific meetings and public forums, and apply for funding opportunities where applicable. The primary focus of the research is to understand at a molecular level the immune responses that are protective against EEHV and to leverage these findings to generate effective EEHV vaccines.

The Elephant Endotheliotrophic Herpes Virus Research Group is a dynamic and highly interactive group that is composed of clinical veterinarians, PhD scientists, and elephant caretakers. Efforts from our research program resulted in the generation of EEHV-specific qPCR tests that are widely used around the world, EEHV-specific serology tests, and genomic sequencing of this novel virus. Future and ongoing studies include implementation of state-of-the-art methods for understanding the immunology of infection, evaluation of anti-herpes virus drugs, and generation and implementation of an effective EEHV vaccine.

• Plans, directs and conducts specialized and advanced research experiments.
• Evaluates and analyzes data.
• Establishes new research protocols and procedures.
• Summarizes research findings and publishes results in research journals.
• Maintains laboratory operations.
• Supervises research staff.
• Conducts mentor facilitated independent research.
• Publishes research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Presents research progress at relevant scientific meetings and public forums.
• Applies for funding opportunities where applicable.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

• PhD, DVM, or both.
• Experience with modern molecular biology and virology techniques, preferably in immunology and/or vaccinology.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.