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Indiana University · 4 hours ago

Postdoctoral Fellowship – Environmental Virology and UV-C Disinfection

Bloomington, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Indiana University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Environmental Virology and UV-C Disinfection within the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health. The role involves leading research on UV disinfection technologies to prevent Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in poultry operations, coordinating research activities, and engaging with stakeholders to translate findings into practical guidance.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Coordinating laboratory and field-based research activities across collaborating institutions

Conducting and analyzing experimental studies

Contributing to peer-reviewed publications

Supporting data integration across project objectives

Participating in site visits

Preparing applied summaries or training materials

Engaging with industry partners

Developing independent research interests within the scope of the project

Qualification

Ph.D. in relevant fieldLaboratory experimental researchQuantitative data analysisEnvironmental virologyUV disinfection technologiesResearch coordinationScientific writingStakeholder engagementIndependent research potentialBSL-2/BSL-3Collaboration

Required

A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, virology, microbiology, public health, or a closely related field is required

ABD candidates will be considered for an interview, but must have earned the terminal degree by the start date

Candidates must demonstrate experience conducting laboratory- or field-based experimental research

Strong quantitative and data analysis skills

Excellent scientific writing abilities

Preferred

Experience in one or more of the following areas: Environmental or molecular virology

UV or far-UV disinfection technologies

Cell culture or viral infectivity assays

Aerosol science, air sampling, or surface–virus interactions

Research coordination across multi-institutional projects

Translation of scientific findings into applied guidance or outreach materials

Experience working with agricultural, environmental, or public health stakeholders

Familiarity with BSL-2 or BSL-3 laboratory environments

Benefits

Full benefits

Company

Indiana University

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Indiana University looked for ways to promote innovation while assisting students in building better futures.

Founded in 1820

Bloomington, Indiana, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.iu.edu

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Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Nancy Paton

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