A postdoctoral associate position is available in Dr. Cristina Lanzas' group (Department of Comparative Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee-Knoxville). Applicants with a background in mathematical modeling of infectious diseases and/or population biology are highly encouraged to apply. The research focus will be the transmission and control of infectious diseases caused by enteric pathogens (specifically Clostridium difficile, Enterohaemorrhagic E. coli, and Salmonella) and includes the use of mathematical modeling to study the effects of vaccines on population level dynamics and the effect of intestinal microbial disruption by treatments such as antibiotics on host susceptibility and pathogen transmission. A number of potential research projects are available and so the research focus may be tailored to the interests and skills of the individual. The postdoctoral associate will be expected to make presentations regarding his/her research, to publish their research results in peer-reviewed journals, to participate in grant proposal preparation, and to interact with faculty, postdoctoral associates, and graduate students at the College of Veterinary Medicine and the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS; http://www.nimbios.org). The postdoctoral associate shall have a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline (ecology and evolutionary biology, epidemiology, applied mathematics and related fields). A deep interest in interdisciplinary collaboration, strong quantitative skills and good oral and writing skills are expected.
The salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the individual. Full University of Tennessee employee fringe benefits will be provided. The initial appointment will be for one year, with renewal for two or more years subject to satisfactory progress and mutual agreement. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a statement of interest and the names and contact information of two referees to Cristina Lanzas ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>). Review of applications will begin December 1st 2010 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Cristina Lanzas, DVM, MS, PhD Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Department of Comparative Medicine College of Veterinary Medicine University of Tennessee 2407 River Drive A301-B6 Knoxville, TN 37996-4543 Office: 865-974-5611 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> www.vet.utk.edu/faculty/LanzasCristina.php<http://www.vet.utk.edu/faculty/LanzasCristina.php>
