Research Microbiologist (Virology)

The incumbent serves as a Research Microbiologist and conducts research to elucidate the host-pathogen relationship and to use that knowledge to develop methods to improve the prevention, rapid detection and control of classical swine fever (CSF) in the Foreign Animal Disease Research Unit (FADRU) at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Manhattan, KS.

Develops an independent research program that will elucidate gaps in our knowledge regarding CSF viral infection, evolution, and host-pathogen interaction to develop adequate prevention and control measures to protect and support US Farmers.

Responsible for the preparation and execution of CSF research projects.

Prepares annual reports, patent applications, manuscripts, and grant applications, as needed, to supplement the research program.

Identifies and characterize tissues and cells infected with attenuated and virulent strains to provide information on the mechanisms related to infection, persistence, and immunity that can induce early protection.

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