Available Funding is currently available to support a postdoctorate position and graduate student researcher to study infections of the intracellular bacterium Wolbachia. The successful candidates will become an integral part of our effort to characterize Wolbachia infections in mosquitoes. Possible projects include the analysis of Wolbachia infection dynamics and developing improved protocols for the artificial horizontal transfer of infections. Ideal candidates will have a broad range of training and experience including entomology, genetics, and molecular biology. Preference will be given to individuals who interact well with others, have experience leading research teams, understand the goals of the project, and demonstrate the ability to trouble-shoot problems as they arise.
Funds are available for a minimum of two years.