Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · 21 hours ago
USDA-ARS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Fish/Shellfish Functional Genomics
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$5,930/mo - $6,516/moThe Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is offering a postdoctoral research opportunity with the USDA Agricultural Research Service focused on fish and shellfish functional genomics. The candidate will utilize laboratory and computational approaches to study pathogen interaction dynamics and genomics research, contributing to the development of diagnostics and therapeutants for aquaculture species.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Utilize laboratory and computational approaches for fish/shellfish-pathogen interaction dynamics and genomics research
Develop rapid detection and diagnostics tests, novel therapeutants, and improved diet formulations for warm water fish and shellfish
Characterize genetic variation associated with disease phenotype and validate candidate loci responsible for quantitative and qualitative traits
Determine function of genes and proteins as regulators of physiological or immunological traits
Integrate laboratory techniques with bioinformatics approaches, such as gene expression profiling and microbiome analyses, to improve understanding of relationships between genes, protein function, and disease phenotypes
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or have received a doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields (e.g. Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics). Degree must have been received within the past five years, or received by July 31, 2026
Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting genome-scale datasets
U.S. Citizen Only
Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 7/31/2026 11:59:00 PM
Preferred
Computational focus with field and laboratory experience
Experience in Linux and computational languages including R, and Perl or Python
Experience in AI/ML modeling
Knowledge of genetics, next-generation sequencing, genome assembly and annotation
Strong oral and written communication skills
Evidence of research productivity through a strong publication record
Benefits
Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
Company
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is a U.S.
Founded in 1992
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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