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The Office of Biotechnology in the Office of the Vice President for Research in collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service are seeking outstanding applicants for a postdoctoral position in the Genome Informatics Facility working on joint projects with the National Animal Disease Center and will be supervised by Andrew Severin (at ISU) and Crystal Loving (at USDA). The position is expected to be filled as soon as possible with a start date of January 8th, 2024. The project involves interrogating genomes, performing gene expression analysis, and/or protein analysis of bacterial and animal derived samples to identify modes of action of animal treatment or colonization with food-borne pathogens. There will be several projects involving single-cell and single-nuclei RNA-Seq data analysis.  

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Bioinformatics or closely related field

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• Experience with Unix and High-Performance Computing environments.
• Experience with Single Cell RNA-Seq analysis.
• Experience that demonstrates good documentation practices.

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To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing Program.

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About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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