Research Assistant

The Department of Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University is seeking a full-time Research Associate. This position will support current research and training activities in our arbovirology laborator...

  • 520488
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Diagnostic Medicne Pathobiolog
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Closing on: Sep 24 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Research Technologist will provide technical support in the generation of recombinant viruses expressing antigens of interest, scaling up and purifying the recombinant viruses, validating protein expression, and performing virus titrations. Additionally, the person will assist in the generation and affinity purification of recombinant proteins under the supervision of senior staff.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters in Biotechnology/Molecular biology/Cell biology/Virology/Vaccinology.
  • >2 yrs. experience in conducting research in the areas of Biotechnology/Molecular biology/Cellular immunology/Virology/Vaccinology.

Sponsorship eligibility:

This position is eligible for sponsorship.

Application Window

Closes September 24, 2025.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$18.86 - $32.05 per hour

 

 

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