Research Scientist, Division of Infectious Diseases

The laboratory of Dr. Molly Hughes in the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Health at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a Research Scientist to lead the development and characterization of peptide-based materials and strategies to counter infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

The candidate is expected to conduct research to understand and harness the antimicrobial effects of novel peptides towards treating infections caused by biodefense and multidrug-resistant bacteria. The position will entail diverse in vitro bacteriologic and biochemical experiments, as well as in vivo work using murine models of infectious diseases. All research will include a variety of pathogenic Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Responsibilities will include designing and executing experiments; writing manuscripts, progress reports, and animal research protocols; assisting with the preparation of grant applications; scholarly activities such as presenting project findings at conferences; and supervising/training students and staff in a collaborative manner.

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Doctoral degree in Microbiology or related field. Other terminal degrees accepted with significant research experience (e.g., master’s, MD, DVM).

Preferred Qualifications:

*More than 4 years of research experience beyond post-doctoral training in a relevant field, with the demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and report laboratory science.

*Excellent oral and written communication skills as evidenced by a solid record of presentations and publications.

*Familiarity with molecular biology and click chemistry techniques.

*Research skills for conducting studies related to murine models of bacterial infection, bacteriology, host defense, and antimicrobial development.

Physical Demands:

Performing the duties of this job will require sitting, standing, moving, and fine manipulation to conduct bench-top experiments and operate instrumentation. Occasionally, travel will be required to attend meetings.

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA. This is an exempt level, benefitted position. This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. The position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position.

To Apply:

Please apply here .  Internal applicants must apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs,” and search for “R0056411.”

Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Contact information for 3 references

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Recruiter, at [email protected] .

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/ .

For more information on benefits, please visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

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