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Postdoctoral Fellow in Fish Disease Research (Aquatic Animal Health Research Unit, USDA-ARS) U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Microbiology
Environmental Science
Biology
Aquaculture
Medical Science
Genome Editing
Salud Pública
Pathogen Biology
Rna-seq
Quantitative Pcr
Bioinformatic

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About this position

USDA-ARS is advertising a Postdoctoral Fellow in Fish Disease Research at the Aquatic Animal Health Research Unit in Auburn, Alabama. This is a research opportunity focused on aquaculture, microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and genomic editing, with an emphasis on identifying genetic diversity in important bacterial pathogens that affect fish health.

The selected fellow will work under the guidance of Benjamin LaFrentz and combine in vitro molecular biology with animal model research to determine the functional significance of pathogen diversity. The project aims to support the development of molecular typing tools for bacterial pathogens and new methods of disease prevention in aquaculture.

Training and learning objectives include practical experience in microbiology, DNA sequencing and analysis, PCR, real-time or droplet digital PCR, primer/probe design, genetic manipulation of bacteria, and disease research on aquaculture-raised fish species. The opportunity also emphasizes scientific communication, experimental design, and computational analysis.

Eligibility: applicants should have received or be currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related biological sciences field. Preferred experience includes laboratory techniques, experimental design, teamwork, technical writing, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship only is required.

Funding: the appointment is full time and offers a stipend of approximately $60,000–$78,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. The appointment is initially for one year and may be renewed depending on recommendation and available funds. Health insurance is required for participation and may be obtained through ORISE.

Deadline: 2026-07-31. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, use the ORISE/Zintellect page and submit the required documents, including transcript(s), CV, and two recommendations.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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