Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · 2 weeks ago
USDA-ARS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Fish/Shellfish Functional Genomics
Auburn, AL
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Entry Level
$5,930/mo - $6,516/moThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a postdoctoral research opportunity with the USDA Agricultural Research Service focused on fish/shellfish functional genomics. The role involves utilizing laboratory and computational methods to study pathogen interactions and develop solutions for enhancing disease resistance in aquaculture species.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Utilize both laboratory and computational approaches for fish/shellfish-pathogen interaction dynamics and genomics research
Develop rapid detection and diagnostics tests, novel therapeutants, and improved diet formulations that will enhance resistance to infectious bacteria, viruses, and parasites of warm water fish and shellfish
Apply molecular, cellular, and computational approaches to determine pathogen and host factors that influence virulence and/or disease resistance
Characterize genetic variation associated with disease phenotype, validate candidate loci responsible for quantitative and qualitative traits, and/or determine function of genes and proteins as regulators of physiological or immunological traits
Integrate laboratory techniques with bioinformatics approaches, such as gene expression profiling, single-cell transcriptions, epigenomics, quantitative genomics, microbiome, and/or interactome analyses
Utilize genome-scale datasets from host-pathogen interaction studies along with high-performance computing resources to answer scientific questions
Qualification
Required
The qualified candidate should be currently pursuing or have received a doctoral degree in the one of the relevant fields (e.g. Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics). Degree must have been received within the past five years, or received by July 31, 2026
Candidates with proficiency in analyzing and interpreting genome-scale datasets are highly desired
Preferred
Computational focus with field and laboratory experience
Experience in Linux and computational languages including R, and Perl or Python
Experience in AI/ML modeling
Knowledge of genetics, next-generation sequencing, genome assembly and annotation
Strong oral and written communication skills
Evidence of research productivity through a strong publication record
Benefits
Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
Company
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is a U.S.
Founded in 1992
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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