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Post Doctoral Researcher

The Ohio State University logoThe Ohio State University
Columbus, USA
Posted: Oct 25, 2026

NL Highlights

Manage multiple active surveillance projects and conduct data analysis for zoonotic diseases in wild birds and exhibition swine.
Collaborate with the Principal Investigator in hypothesis generation, data analysis, and authoring research papers, grants, and reports.
Perform field and bench work, including sample collection and laboratory testing, and maintain communication with diverse stakeholders.

Details

Reference

R160962-1

Salary & Funding

Competitive academic stipend expected.

Duration

one year with the possibility of extension

Contact Info

hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu

Eligibility

PhD in veterinary medicine, animals science, or a related field

Next Steps

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Review and update candidate profile information.
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Submit application.

Opportunity Overview

Job Title: Post Doctoral Researcher

Department:

Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Preventive Medicine

The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a Post Doctoral Researcher. The Post Doctoral Researcher will be responsible for managing studies targeted at understanding infectious disease on the animal side of the human-animal interface.

The Post Doctoral Researcher will be expected to conduct research, and provide technical assistance to the PI, students, and trainees as needed.

Main Roles:

  1. Manage multiple active surveillance projects in wild birds and exhibition swine to study various zoonotic diseases. This includes project planning and coordination; sample collection; sample testing; and data analysis.

  2. Collaborating with the PI in the generation and testing of research hypotheses and data analysis, writing of papers, grants, and reports, and preparation of presentations and lectures.

  3. Attending, participating, or presenting at laboratory meetings, seminars, graduate and undergraduate lectures, and conferences as needed.

  4. Performing miscellaneous office duties as assigned by the PIs including, but not limited to, ordering supplies and helping the PIs in the organization and coordination of meetings and projects.

  5. Maintaining frequent communication with other faculty and collaborators including students, veterinarians, producers, and livestock industry partners.

Work hours will typically occur between normal business hours but may occasionally require early morning and late evening travel, and weekends.

Additional Information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

  • PhD in veterinary medicine, animals science, or a related field

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

  • Experience working in a research laboratory (PCR, ELISA)
  • Valid driver s license
  • Prior field work experience (collection of biological samples from swine and wild birds)
  • Previous experience with a lab information management system

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Bench work
  • Field work at livestock shows, farms, and wildlife areas
  • Willingness to travel for sample collection

Location:

Sisson Hall (0080)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.