Job Posting: Postdoctoral Fellow

Summary

A postdoctoral fellowship position is available in the Bacterial Physiology and Metabolism Unit of the Laboratory of Bacteriology in the Division of Intramural Research, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, located at Rocky Mountain Laboratories (RML) in Hamilton, MT. Our section studies nutrient transport in the pathogenic spirochetes Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia hermsii and its impact during the enzootic cycle. We utilize bacterial mutagenesis to characterize transporters and other proteins in nutrient acquisition pathways using in vitro cultivation models and the mouse/tick model of infection. We also utilize metabolomics, proteomics, and RNAseq to understand how nutrient availability influences bacterial responses and protein expression to evaluate enzymatic function and structure. More information on our research can be found at: https://www.niaid.nih.gov/research/ashley-groshong-phd.

RML has state-of-the-art facilities and skilled core staff specializing in metabolomics, proteomics, spatial transcriptomics, flow cytometry, and multiple biological imaging modalities including intravital imaging and an internationally recognized electron microscopy core. These core facilities provide training, guidance, and support for ongoing projects across RML.

Who Can Apply

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience and a background in molecular biology and/or bacteriology and an interest in chemotaxis or metabolomics.
• Applicants must hold a Ph.D., D.V.M., or M.D.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants.

Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

Foreign Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Learn more about Foreign Education.

Reasonable Accommodation

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send the following to Ashley Groshong, Ph.D., Investigator and Chief, Bacterial Physiology and Metabolism Unit at [email protected]:

• Curriculum vitae
• Three letters of reference

Trainees will receive health insurance as well as a stipend commensurate with experience.

Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen (visa requirements apply).

DHHS and NIH are equal opportunity employers. Visit NIH Equal Employment Opportunity site for more information.