Postdoctoral Opportunity

There is a postdoctoral position in the laboratory of my colleague, Dr. Bolaji Thomas (https://www.rit.edu/thomaslab/), funded by the United States Department of Agriculture. Dr. Thomas is looking to hire a postdoctoral fellow with experience in genomics, functional genomics, proteomics, molecular biology, tissue/cell culture, and computational biology applicable to infectious diseases. The scope of the project in which the postdoctoral fellow will join will leverage state-of-the-art technology and collaboration with other experts in immunology and drive future directions of therapeutic development. The project is on multi-omics dissection of genetic drivers of immune response and adaptation footprints in trypanosomiasis. The research is expected to substantially improve our scientific understanding of the association between animal genomics with tolerance or susceptibility in trypanosomiasis and practical application in a disease control program. Among the credentials sought include Ph.D. in a field related to Genetics, Bioinformatics, and Immunology, as well as outstanding skills in statistical analyses. The ideal candidate should have a strong potential for manuscript development for publication of research findings in high-impact journals, present at conferences, and a keen interest in grant writing. As a member of Dr. Thomas's Lab, you will have access to advanced technologies, computational resources, and a collaborative research environment. The ability to work independently, mentor undergraduate students, and take oversight of projects is a plus. Salary and benefits are highly competitive; the position is initially two years but can be extended up to 3 years, depending on performance and availability of funds.

For more information, reach out to Dr. Bolaji Thomas at bntsbi@rit.edu.