Description *Applications are reviewed on a rolling-basis. ARS Office/Lab and Location : A research opportunity is currently available with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), located in Beltsville, Maryland.
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientific in-house research agency with a mission to find solutions to agricultural problems that affect Americans every day from field to table. ARS will deliver cutting-edge, scientific tools and innovative solutions for American farmers, producers, industry, and communities to support the nourishment and well-being of all people; sustain our nation's agroecosystems and natural resources; and ensure the economic competitiveness and excellence of our agriculture. The vision of the agency is to provide global leadership in agricultural discoveries through scientific excellence.
Research Project : Swine are food animals of great economic importance and are increasingly relevant as a biomedical model and potential source of transplantation to ameliorate human disease. To support USDA-ARS research in animal welfare, we require better tools to manage respiratory diseases in swine and we require better tools to understand swine immunology as well as heritable means by which swine resist infection.
Learning Objectives : This fellowship will specifically include training on immunological and genomic methods that inform acquired and innate resistance of swine to viral and other infections. The fellow will learn assays to help define receptors and signaling molecules regulating inflammation and other responses to infection. The long-term goal of this fellowship is to provide training in high impact research methodologies that can be proliferated to others in the same field.
Mentor(s) : The mentors(s) for this opportunity is Dr. Joan Lunney ( ) . If you have questions about the nature of the research, please contact the mentor(s).
Anticipated Appointment Start Date : April 12, 2024. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.
Appointment Length : The appointment will initially be for nine months but may be renewed upon recommendation of ARS and contingent on the availability of funds.
Level of Participation : The appointment is full-time.
Participant Stipend : The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.
Citizenship Requirements : This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR), and foreign nationals. Non-U.S. citizen applicants should refer to the Guidelines for Non-U.S. Citizens Details page of the program website for information about the valid immigration statuses that are acceptable for program participation.
ORISE Information : This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and ARS. Participants do not become employees of USDA, ARS, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
Questions : Please visit our Program Website . After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process, please email and include the reference code for this opportunity.
Qualifications The qualified candidate should have received a master's degree in biotechnology, immunology, microbiology, or a relevant field.
Experience in veterinary immunology preferred.
Eligibility Requirements Degree: Master's Degree. Discipline(s): Life Health and Medical Sciences (7 ) How to Apply Connect with ORISE...on the GO!Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond!
A complete application consists of:
An application Transcripts – Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list Two educational or professional recommendations All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.
