Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

  • Michigan State University
  • United States, MI
  • May 28, 2026
Full-time, Part-time
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    Job Description:

    Position Summary

    The Nano-Biosensors Lab in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, Michigan State University, is seeking a Research Associate (Postdoctoral researcher) with a multidisciplinary background in nanotechnology, biosensors, microbiology (especially viruses), and animal diseases.

    The position is an off-dated position for one year with the possibility of a second-year extension based on funding and performance. The position will start immediately.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Implement the project on developing and validating nano-biosensing techniques to identify and detect viruses and profile their phenotypic characteristics
    • Plan and execute research studies as assigned
    • Collect and analyze data
    • Prepare high-quality and high-impact manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed
    • journals
    • Secure and maintain extramural funding
    • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

    Required Degree

    Terminal -Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological/Bio Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genomics

    Minimum Requirements

    • Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological/Bio Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genomics
    • Evidence of scientific excellence and productivity
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

    Desired Qualifications

    • Research experience in biosensor development, detection of infectious diseases in animal and clinical samples, phenotypic profiling of pathogens

    Required Application Materials

    Interested applicants should send (1) cover letter, (2) CV including a complete list of publications, and (3) the names and contact information of three professional references directly to Dr. Evangelyn Alocilja, [email protected].

    Special Instructions

    For more information, please contact Dr. Evangelyn Alocilja, [email protected].

    Review of Applications Begins On

    06/08/2026

    Website

    https://www.canr.msu.edu/bae/

    MSU Statement

    Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.







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