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Postdoc Research Associate – Veterinary Diagnostic Medicine and Epidemiology
Ames, IA · Full-time
No sponsorshipDetected 4 days ago
AccessibilityHRResearchPublic SpeakingEpidemiology
About the role
- include participation in diagnostic casework, client consultation, outreach and educational activities, and continuous improvement efforts that enhance the quality and impact of diagnostic services.
- Scholarly activities will include publishing research findings and presenting results at professional, scientific, and stakeholder meetings.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will develop expertise in performing, troubleshooting, interpreting, and consulting on the full range of antibody-based diagnostic assays offered through the VDL's Serology Section.
- The position will also support initiatives to improve service accessibility and client engagement for the VDL's international clientele, particularly in Latin America.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent
- Advanced training and experience in swine epidemiology and diagnostic medicine
Nice to have
- Ph.D. in Veterinary Epidemiology or a closely related field.
- Working knowledge of and experience with veterinary diagnostic laboratory operations.
- Record of refereed publications and presentations (oral and poster) at scientific meetings in applied veterinary epidemiology, diagnostic medicine, or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish, including the ability to communicate effectively with international clients and collaborators.
- Department/Program & College Description:
- Department Unit/Website (if applicable):
- Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine - Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Compensation
- Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Benefits
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Wellbeing program
- In addition, the postdoctoral scholar will conduct applied research on swine health, including evaluating and applying diagnostic tools and data to support disease surveillance, control, and eradication efforts.
Equal opportunity
- Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.
- Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel.
- 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
- General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
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