Research Scientist

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Scientist to join our team at the Department of Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track assistant professor position that offers a unique opportunity to develop independent research and contribute to the advancement of vaccine development and immunology.

• Develop and conduct independent research in vaccine development and immunology, with a focus on live-vectored and attenuated vaccines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement experiments, analyze data, and publish research findings.
• Develop and maintain primary swine and bovine fibroblasts, and conduct cytotoxic T lymphocyte killing assays using chromium-release assay or other assays.
• Conduct EliSpot assays using lymphocytes and analyze data to inform vaccine development.
• Develop and implement lateral flow assays and adjuvants, and conduct bioinformatics and FACS analysis.

• PhD training in Molecular biology/Immunology/Vaccinology.
• Post-doctoral training in Immunology/Vaccinology.
• Hands-on experience generating live-vectored subunit vaccines, generation and affinity purification of recombinant proteins using mammalian cells/insect cells/yeast, conducting safety/immunogenicity and experimental vaccine efficacy studies in rodents, cattle and pigs.

• Experience with analysis and interpretation of vaccine response data from swine and cattle.
• Proposal development.
• Development of lateral flow assay and adjuvants.
• Hands-on skills in generating and maintaining primary swine and bovine fibroblasts.
• Skill in bioinformatics and FACS.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to details, neat, well organized and able to multi-task.

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. We also offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes collaboration.

Please submit the following documents:

1. CV
2. Three professional references.

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.