Post Doctoral Fellow

Job Type

Administrative

Salary Range

$50,000-$55,000

FLSA Status

Exempt

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Job Description

Position Summary

A Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Virology is available in the laboratory of Prof. Dr. Maged Hemida at the Long Island University College of Veterinary Medicine (LIU-CVM), New York, USA.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research program investigating virus- host interactions and the molecular mechanisms of viral pathogenesis within the framework of the One Health concept. Ongoing projects focus on emerging and zoonotic viruses affecting both human and animal health, including studies on viral pathogenesis, host immune responses, antiviral strategies, vaccine development, and computational approaches for infectious disease research.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated scientist to develop an independent research portfolio while collaborating with multidisciplinary investigators in virology, immunology, molecular biology, veterinary medicine, and computational biology.

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Design, plan, and execute independent research projects in molecular virology and virus- host interactions.
• Perform molecular cloning, plasmid construction, and recombinant DNA techniques.
• Express and purify recombinant proteins using bacterial and mammalian expression systems.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and perform viral infection experiments under appropriate biosafety conditions.
• Conduct molecular and cellular biology techniques including:
• PCR, RT-PCR, quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR)
• Western blotting and immunoblotting
• Immunofluorescence assays (IFA)
• Confocal microscopy and fluorescence imaging
• Flow cytometry
• ELISA and immunological assays
• RNA interference (siRNA/shRNA) and gene silencing
• CRISPR/Cas-based genome editing (preferred)
• Viral titration assays (TCID50, plaque assays, focus-forming assays)
• Perform nucleic acid and protein extraction, purification, and quantitative analyses.
• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical and bioinformatics tools.
• Assist in next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis, transcriptomics, or viral genomics when applicable.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure proper organization, storage, and documentation of research data.
• Prepare figures, reports, manuscripts, conference abstracts, and presentations.
• Participate in the preparation of grant applications and progress reports.
• Mentor graduate, DVM, undergraduate, and visiting research students.
• Assist in laboratory management, including ordering supplies, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with institutional biosafety and laboratory safety regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external research partners.

Required Qualifications Applicants should possess:

• A Ph.D. in Virology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Veterinary Medicine, or a closely related discipline.
• A strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular virology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Virus-host interaction studies
• Reverse genetics systems
• Emerging and zoonotic viruses
• Viral immunology
• Flow cytometry and advanced microscopy
• Confocal microscopy and live-cell imaging
• RNA sequencing and next-generation sequencing (NGS)
• Bioinformatics and computational biology
• Protein structural biology AI-assisted biological data analysis
• Multi-omics data integration
• Statistical programming using R, Python, or similar software
• Research Environment

The Hemida Laboratory conducts cutting-edge research in molecular virology with emphasis on:

• Emerging and re-emerging viral diseases
• One Health approaches to infectious diseases
• Coronavirus biology
• Influenza and avian viral diseases
• Feline infectious diseases
• Viral evolution and genomics
• Host immune responses
• Vaccine development
• Antiviral discovery
• Artificial intelligence applications in infectious disease research

The laboratory provides an interactive and collaborative research environment with opportunities to publish in high-impact journals, present at national and international conferences, develop grant-writing skills, and build an independent research career.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit application through the link on this page: Cover letter describing research interests and career goals Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) List of technical expertise Complete list of publications Contact information for three professional references Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For additional information, please contact:Prof. Dr. Maged Hemida Professor of Molecular Virology College of Veterinary Medicine Long Island University Brookville, New York, USA Email: maged.hemida@liu.edu

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