A post-doctoral position is available to work on an exciting project to explore the role of olfactory receptor expression and evolution Anopheline malaria vector mosquitoes.
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Female mosquitoes are major vectors of human disease and the most dangerous are those that preferentially bite humans. Host selection and discrimination by mosquitoes are mainly odor mediated. Understanding the physiological and (epi)genetic causes/effects of host choice in vector mosquitoes is challenging, controversial and of significant practical importance for controlling mosquito borne diseases such as malaria, filariasis as well as Dengue, West Nile and Zika virus fevers. |
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Strong candidates will hold a PhD degree in an appropriate biological field with expertise in modern molecular and cellular biology as well as experience working in insect systems and common molecular biological techniques as a requirement. In addition, experience with DNA/RNAseq, cell-based membrane protein expression and assay systems is a significant asset. S/he should be fluent in spoken and written English, and have excellent communication skills. The candidate must demonstrate a solid ability to work independently as well as within a group environment and have interest in mentorship. |
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LJ Zwiebel, PhD : l.zwiebel@vanderbilt.edu : (615) 343-1894 |
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