POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Mathematical Modeling of Infectious Disease Post-doctoral position
Center for Disease Ecology Emory University Atlanta, GA Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The desired start date is June 1, 2007. The Center for Disease Ecology (CDE) invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The applicant will be responsible for developing theoretical models for host-pathogen interactions stressing transmission dynamics within explicit seasonal and spatial contexts. The applicant will have access to established databases from a variety of infectious diseases including (but not restricted to) rabies, Ebola, classic swine fever, and malaria. The Center for Disease Ecology is a cross-disciplinary initiative involving the Emory College, Graduate School, Medical School, School of Public Health, Yerkes National Vaccine Center, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Director of the CDE is Leslie A. Real of the Department of Biology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA. The position is funded for a two-year period (with a possible extension) and all work will be conducted at Emory. The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. or related research experience. The applicant should be familiar with mathematical modeling, computer programming, and data visualization and management. Responsibilities will include extending and analyzing retrospective data sets and integration of data into models of disease dynamics. To apply, please send a letter of application with a statement of research interest, CV, and the names (with email addresses) of three referees. Applications should have "CDE Postdoc" as the subject field and should be directed to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or by mail to: Dr. Leslie A Real Center for Disease Ecology Department of Biology 1510 Clifton Road Emory University Atlanta, GA 30322 Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
