Postdoc Research Associate – Viral Research

Position Title:

Postdoc Research Associate – Viral Research

Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary job duties will be focused on viral diagnostics and research. Specifically, the postdoc will be expected to:

• Conduct sequence analysis to understand the molecular epidemiology of viruses of veterinary importance

• Perform animal study and laboratory testing to characterize the pathogenicity and cross-protection of viruses of interest

• Conduct other assigned side projects

Required Minimum Qualifications:

PhD degree in virology, molecular biology, or other related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years of previous postdoc training in veterinary virus diagnostics and research

Department Unit/Website:

https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vdl/laboratories/virology/

Proposed Start Date:

April 1, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

March 31, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:

January 23, 2026

Posting Close Date:

January 30, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R18490