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Position Summary The postdoctoral scholar will lead independent and collaborative research focused on the biology of spirochetes. Using Borrelia burgdorferi and Leptospira species as model organisms, the researcher will investigate the structure–function relationships of periplasmic flagella, mechanisms of gene regulation, the cyclic‑di‑GMP signaling pathway, and factors contributing to bacterial virulence ( Develop hypotheses and protocols.Conduct literature review.Collect pilot data.Write reports.Supervise undergraduate and graduate students and new laboratory staff.Ensure data quality control and supervise data entry and analysis.Analyze research hypotheses using descriptive and multivariate statistics.Develop independent and collaborative presentations and publications.Approximately 90% of the postdoctoral scholar's time will be devoted to research, and approximately 10% will be devoted to managing day‑to‑day activities of undergraduate and graduate research students in the laboratory.Qualifications Minimum Education/Experience: PhD (or equivalent), English proficiency, excellent written and oral communication skills.Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: PhD (or equivalent) degree in microbial genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, and/or a related field. Experience working with animals is desired but not required.Position Details Position Number: PDS-MCBI-02-26Full Time: YesAnticipated Recruitment Range: $62,232Position Type: Postdoctoral ScholarJob Category: Postdoctoral Scholars#J-18808-Ljbffr