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? Location: Auburn, Alabama, USA
? Position Available: Graduate Research Assistantship (PhD) – Poultry Science
? Research Area: Salmonella | Campylobacter | Poultry Science | Molecular Microbiology | Microbiome Analysis | Genomics | Bioinformatics | Intervention Strategies The Department of Poultry Science at Auburn University is seeking a highly motivated PhD graduate research assistant interested in Salmonella and Campylobacter research in commercial poultry production . The position will start in Spring 2027
and will focus on understanding and controlling foodborne pathogens through integrated approaches involving molecular microbiology, microbiome analysis, genomics, bioinformatics, and intervention strategies.
? What You’ll Work On
Foodborne Pathogen Research
Conduct research focused on understanding and controlling Salmonella and Campylobacter in commercial poultry production.
Molecular Biology
Perform laboratory techniques including PCR, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and sequencing library preparation .
Microbiology & Biosafety
Conduct independent research in BSL-2 laboratories and poultry research facilities, including bacterial culture, isolation, and classical microbiological techniques.
Genomics & Sequencing
Work with sequencing technologies and genomic approaches, including Illumina and/or Oxford Nanopore sequencing .
Microbiome & Bioinformatics
Analyze microbiome and 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing data , whole-genome sequencing data, genome assembly, annotation, and comparative genomics.
Scientific Data Analysis & Publications
Analyze experimental data and contribute to the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications .
? Ideal Candidates
You hold an M.S. in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Microbiology,
Molecular Biology, Food Science, Biological Sciences , or a closely related field.
You have completed a research-based thesis or equivalent laboratory research project .
You possess strong oral and written communication skills in English .
Hands-on experience in molecular biology, microbiology, sequencing, genomics, or bioinformatics will be highly advantageous.
Experience with Linux, R, Python, QIIME2 , or comparable bioinformatics tools is preferred.
? Preferred Technical Skills Experience in one or more of the following areas will be an advantage:
- DNA/RNA extraction and quality assessment
- PCR and qPCR, including primer design and assay optimization
- Bacterial culture, isolation, and classical microbiological techniques
- Illumina and/or Oxford Nanopore sequencing
- Microbiome and 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing analysis
- Whole-genome sequencing, assembly, annotation, and comparative genomics
- Bioinformatics using Linux, R, Python, QIIME2, or similar tools
? What You’ll Gain
- Opportunity to pursue PhD-level research at Auburn University.
- Hands-on experience in poultry food safety and foodborne pathogen research.
- Training in advanced molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, and bioinformatics.
- Experience working in BSL-2 laboratories and poultry research facilities.
- Opportunities to analyze research data and contribute to peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- Interdisciplinary research experience combining laboratory and computational approaches.
? How to Apply Interested candidates should contact Dr.
Sabin Poudel for further details before applying.
? Email:
[email protected]
Applicants should include the following documents in their initial contact, preferably combined into a single PDF :
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS)
- Contact information for three references
- Technical skills summary, including techniques/software, proficiency level, and context of use
? Job Details
Institution: Auburn University
Department: Department of Poultry Science
Position: Graduate Research Assistantship (PhD)
Location: Auburn, Alabama, USA
Research Focus: Salmonella & Campylobacter in Commercial Poultry Production
Start Date: Spring 2027
Minimum Qualification: M.S. in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related field
Research Experience: Research-based thesis or equivalent laboratory research experience
Preferred Skills: PCR | qPCR | DNA/RNA Extraction | Microbiology | Sequencing | Genomics | Bioinformatics | Linux | R | Python | QIIME2
Category PhD Research Assistantship | Poultry Science | Microbiology | Molecular Biology | Food Safety | Salmonella Research | Campylobacter Research | Genomics | Bioinformatics | Animal Science | Research Jobs
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