USAMRIID Postdoctoral Fellowship in Arthropod Vectors and Arboviruses

USAMRIID Postdoctoral Fellowship in Arthropod Vectors and Arboviruses

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USAMRIID Postdoctoral Fellowship in Arthropod Vectors and Arboviruses

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U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Reference Code

MRDC-USAMRIID-2025-0001

How To Apply

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Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRDC MRIID).

What will I be doing?

As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists and researchers with tasks that include rearing of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, infection through blood meal and intrathoracic injection with viral agents of interest, and in vivo transmission studies in ACL-3. Other tasks may include : viral quantitation by PCR or plaque assay, in vivo imaging of luciferase expressing virus, and molecular virology techniques.

Why should I apply?

Under The Guidance Of a Mentor, You Will Gain Hands-on Experience To Support Your Academic And Professional Goals. Along The Way, You Will Engage In Activities And Research In Several Areas. These Include, But Are Not Limited To

• The opportunity to learn a wide variety of new procedures.
• Follow-on projects may involve the study of tickborne viruses including studies on vector competency and transmissibility.
• The opportunity to develop new project ideas that align with USAMRIID's mission and assist with preparation of proposals.

Where will I be located?

Frederick, Maryland

What is the anticipated start date?

The USAMRIID is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

Appointments are initially for one year with the option to extend the appointment for up to four additional years, contingent upon project needs and funding availability.

What are the benefits?

You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRIID. Stipends are typically based on a participant's academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following :

Security Clearance

While participants will not enter into an employment relationship with DoD or any other agency, this opportunity will require a suitability investigation / background investigation. Any offer made is considered tentative pending favorable outcome of the investigation.

About USAMRIID

USAMRIID's reputation has been built over the years by numerous scientists and technical staff working to protect both military personnel and civilians from the threat of infectious diseases. The Institute participates in support of emerging disease investigations, working alongside colleagues from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization. As a reference laboratory for the Department of Defense, USAMRIID sets the standard for identification of biological agents. The Institute's workforce represents some of the top infectious disease and biological defense experts in the nation—indeed, in the world.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee / employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will have a doctoral degree in entomology, virology, or related fields and working experience with arboviruses. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.

Highly competitive applicants will have education and / or experience in one or more of the following :

Application Requirements

A complete application consists of :

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Kimberly

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