Postdoctoral Researcher in Virology and Vaccines

Enhance your postdoctoral journey at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), concentrating on influenza and vaccine research. Utilize your skills to support critical studies on virus transmission and immune response in animal models.

This two-year term at VIDO, based in Saskatoon, Canada, requires an individual skilled in virology with a PhD. You will explore both seasonal influenza and avian influenza while assessing their pandemic risks. The role involves writing publications, grant proposals, and training students, emphasizing the importance of strong communication and organizational skills all under containment conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Study influenza virus transmission dynamics

• Conduct assessments for pandemic risk in research

• Assess humoral and cellular immune responses in ferrets

• Write influential publications and proposals

• Mentor students and technical staff in lab work

Requirements:

• PhD in Virology, Microbiology, or Immunology

• Experience with eukaryotic viruses and mammalian cells

• Background in molecular biology or virology

• Skills in evaluating immunity in animal experimentation

• Advantageous experience in high-containment laboratories

Bring your expertise to VIDO and contribute to pioneering vaccine research and infectious disease understanding.
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