Organisation/Company:
Universidade de São Paulo
Department:
Laboratório de Medicina Veterinaria Preventiva Aplicada
Research Field:
Agricultural sciences » Other
Researcher Profile:
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions:
Postdoc Positions
Country:
Brazil
Application Deadline:
9 Dec 2024 - 18:00 (America/Sao_Paulo)
Type of Contract:
Temporary
Job Status:
Full-time
Hours Per Week:
40
Offer Starting Date:
8 Nov 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number:
Processo Fapesp: 2021/11968-2
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
The Laboratory of Applied Preventive Veterinary Medicine at the Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering (FZEA-USP) in Pirassununga is developing projects in One Health.
The opportunity is for a project belonging to the Technological Platform in Animal Health (PTECSAN), which will develop tests for detecting antigens and antibodies to identify the circulation of the avian influenza virus subtypes H5, H7, and H9.
These pathogens threaten poultry farming and public health.
Where to apply
E-mail: ******
Requirements
Research Field:
Agricultural sciences » Other
Education Level:
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications:
Proactive candidates who can work independently and as part of a team.
Must live in Pirassununga.
Previous experience in basic virology and molecular biology, data analysis of viral genomes, and protein expression.
Degree in Biological Sciences or related areas.
At least five years of research or professional experience after graduation.
PhD in an area related to the research project.
Expected to assist graduate students in analyzing their data.
Specific Requirements:
Experience in genetic engineering will be considered a plus.
Scientific publication in the area requested.
Languages:
PORTUGUESE: Good
ENGLISH: Good
Additional Information
The selected candidate will receive a FAPESP Postdoctoral Fellowship (www.fapesp.br/bolsas/pd) in the amount of R$12,000.00 per month and a Technical Reserve.
The Technical Reserve for a Postdoctoral Fellowship is equivalent to 15% of the annual value of the fellowship and is intended to cover unforeseen expenses directly related to the research activity.
Number of offers available:
1
Company/Institute:
Laboratório de Medicina Veterinaria Preventiva Aplicada - Universidade de São Paulo
Country:
Brazil
State/Province:
Sao Paulo
City:
Pirassununga
Postal Code:
13635-900
Street:
Rua Duque de Caxias Norte, 225, Campus Fernando Costa
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