Dr. Zhilong Yang

Division of Biology

317 Ackert Hall

Manhattan, KS 66506

Phone: (785) 532-3062

Fax: (785) 532-6653

December 3, 2013

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Molecular Virology and Virus-Host Interactions, Division of

Biology, Kansas State University.

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our lab in the Division of Biology at Kansas State

University as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will join a research team

working on molecular virology and virus-host interactions. The study will combine multiple approaches to

study the nature, mechanisms and biological impacts of poxvirus and host gene expression during a viral

infection, with a focus on innate immune response-related genes. Website:

https://www.ksu.edu/biology/faculty_pages/yang.html. The position includes a competitive salary, health

insurance and fringe benefits.

The ideal candidate must:

• Have a Ph.D in molecular biology, or virology, or other related fields

• Have a track record of publications

• Be self-motivated

• Have solid communication skills

• Be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team

• Have mammalian cell culture and standard molecular and cell biology skills

Candidate with six months experience or strong interest in large data set analysis such as next-

generation sequencing data is preferred.

Review of applications will begin December 16, 2013, and continue until the position is filled. For

inquiries only, contact Dr. Yang atzyang@ksu.edu. Otherwise, application materials should be sent

directly tobiology@ksu.eduin a single PDF file including:

• A current CV

• A statement of research interests and experience (no more than one page is preferred)

• The names and contact information of three professional referees

Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, a beautiful college town with a population about 55,000

in the rolling Flint Hills in Kansas, approximately 2 hours from 3 larger cities (Kansas City, Wichita and

Lincoln). Manhattan was most recently ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small Town for Business and

Careers by Forbes.

KSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and actively seeks diversity among its employees. A background

check will be required prior to appointment.

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