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Utpal Pal
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Post Doctoral Associate in Tick-Borne Infections, Lyme Disease, and Vector Biology University of Maryland, College Park in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Microbiology
Funding
Postdoctoral salaried position with a salary range of $53,000 to $62,000.
Deadline
Dec 4, 2026
Country
United States
University
University of Maryland at College Park
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About this position
A postdoctoral associate position is available in the Department of Veterinary Medicine at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Maryland, College Park. The role is based in the Pal Lab, led by Dr. Utpal Pal, Professor, within a strong research environment focused on human and veterinary microbiology and infectious diseases.
The lab investigates the biology of tick-borne infections, with a particular emphasis on Lyme disease and host-pathogen interactions. The research centers on Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium that causes Lyme disease, and Ixodes scapularis deer ticks, which transmit the pathogen. The department also highlights advanced research infrastructure, including BSL3/ABSL3 suites, supporting infectious disease research.
The postdoctoral associate will work on an extramurally funded project by designing, executing, and analyzing experiments related to Lyme disease and vector biology. The position also involves presenting scientific data, preparing manuscripts, and assisting with day-to-day laboratory operations, including support for laboratory animals, instruments, and inventories.
This is a research-intensive opportunity in a laboratory and departmental setting that combines microbiology, vector biology, and infectious disease science.
Funding details
Postdoctoral salaried position with a salary range of $53,000 to $62,000.
What's required
A Ph.D. degree is required. The successful candidate should have a strong background in Microbiology and/or Vector Biology and Molecular and Cellular Biology. A highly motivated and creative scientist with a good publication record and a strong interest in the molecular and cellular mechanisms that regulate immune responses and microbial virulence is preferred.
How to apply
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Professors
Professor at University of Maryland, College Park
United States
Research Interests
Microbiology
Tick-borne Diseases
Veterinary Science
Infectious Disease
Host-pathogen Interaction
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