Job Description

We’re hiring!
Lead Vaccine Development: Assistant Research Scientist, UGA Perez Lab

Opportunity: The Perez Lab in the Department of Population Health at the University of Georgia invites applications for an Assistant Research Scientist—a critical, non-tenure track faculty role dedicated to advanced vaccine development.

This position offers a unique chance to lead pioneering research using state-of-the-art platforms to address urgent public health challenges.

Your Leadership Role:
Platform Expertise: You will be the primary driver in utilizing viral reverse genetics (influenza, paramyxovirus vectors like NDV) and cutting-edge mRNA technology to design and create novel recombinant vaccines.

Targeted Impact: Research efforts will be directed toward controlling high-consequence pathogens, including High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) and other significant poultry viruses.

Research Autonomy: Lead the complete experimental workflow: design, execution, data analysis, and preparation of comprehensive scientific manuscripts and reports.

Global Collaboration: Engage with and mentor an international group of students, postdocs, and researchers, fostering a dynamic and collaborative research environment.

The Perez Lab’s Mission: Our core focus is understanding the interspecies transmission and pathogenesis of viruses to develop superior control strategies, including novel vaccines and antivirals (specifically leveraging platforms to enhance mucosal immunity).

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist ready to make an immediate and measurable impact. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eT5h9bgJ