The Murray laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Post-doctoral Research Fellow to join their team. The majority of the efforts will be dedicated to investigating the infectious pathogens responsible for acute febrile illness affecting populations in resource-limited countries.
RESEARCH:
Emerging infectious diseases are a serious public health threat in resource-limited settings. In the Murray lab, we have been investigating the causes of acute febrile illness in Belize and El Salvador. One or more pathogens are identified in approximately 45% of enrolled cases; however, the majority go unexplained. We are interested in applying whole genome sequencing and other molecular tools to discover novel pathogens and role these pathogens can play in causing disease. We are also interested in further interrogating the epidemiology of emerging pathogens, the vectors and reservoirs involved in disease transmission, and risk to human health.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The post-doctoral fellow will help lead a team of students and staff to conduct laboratory, epidemiological, and field-based studies. The position is ideal for a candidate with a solid background in molecular biology and an interest in bench projects combined with translational research, clinical, epidemiological, and field-based studies. The position will require writing of manuscripts, grant proposals, and some travel to Central America up to two times a year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Recent Ph.D. or M.D., (<2 years or current Ph.D. students finishing in 2024)
• Solid background in molecular biology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience with sequencing is strongly preferred
• Experience in molecular genetics strongly preferred
• Experience in field studies preferred but not required
• Experience in public health research preferred but not required
