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Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS (In Person)

$60,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Job Description

About This Role The purpose of this position is to support and lead research focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying attenuation of genetically recoded RNA viruses and to advance the development of safe and effective live-attenuated vaccine platforms for livestock pathogens. The successful candidate will investigate host-virus interactions, viral protein biosynthesis, and species-specific responses to codon-deoptimized viral constructs using molecular virology, cell culture, and surrogate virus systems. Worksite Description This position is On-site . All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho. What You'll Need to
Succeed Minimum Qualifications:
  • Requires a PhD.
The degree requirement is necessary to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • PhD in virology, microbiology or a related discipline
  • Strong data entry, time management and organizational skills
  • Experience in cell/virus culture
  • Experience with picornaviruses
  • Experience in rational vaccine design Sponsorship eligibility: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.
S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Application Window Applications close on:
June 8, 2026 Anticipated Hiring Pay Range $55,000 - $65,000