Post Doctoral Scholar
Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, OH, United States
Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar
Department: Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Preventive Medicine
The College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University is seeking applications for a Post Doctoral Scholar. We invite an outstanding candidate with a strong background in zoonotic and vector-borne disease to join our CDC‑funded project team to strengthen partnerships with public health in the Ohio River Valley and develop predictive models and hazard maps that inform public health decision‑making.
The candidate will also be able to network with the broader regional team of the VectorEd Network and its technical experts at the CDC since this project is supported by a Cooperative Agreement from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. A competitive salary and benefits will be offered commensurate with experience. The candidate will be expected to attend and present at local and national scientific meetings and funds are available for travel.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support a regional needs assessment to evaluate and strengthen collaboration between public health and Extension partners, including survey development, data analysis, and dissemination of findings.
Plan and implement partner engagement activities (e.g., symposium, listening sessions, ongoing communication) and contribute to development of training, outreach, and resource‑sharing efforts based on identified needs.
Develop and disseminate products (e.g., manuscripts, reports, or guides) that advance collaboration and knowledge sharing in vector‑borne disease systems.
Conduct research on tick distribution and tick‑borne disease risk using climate‑informed predictive modeling and geospatial analyses, producing hazard maps and decision‑support tools to support surveillance and public health planning.
Attend weekly laboratory meetings, relevant seminars, and occasional VectorEd team meetings.
Participate in reporting for agencies supporting this study, and preparation of new grant applications for additional extramural funding.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in entomology or related fields.
Experience developing Species Distribution Models and Cox Proportional Hazard models for ticks.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with developing Extension materials.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Unexpected interruptions occur infrequently and stress level is expected to be low.
Noise level is expected to be quiet.
Physical Activities
Able to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
Location: Sisson Hall (0080)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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Department: Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Preventive Medicine
The College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University is seeking applications for a Post Doctoral Scholar. We invite an outstanding candidate with a strong background in zoonotic and vector-borne disease to join our CDC‑funded project team to strengthen partnerships with public health in the Ohio River Valley and develop predictive models and hazard maps that inform public health decision‑making.
The candidate will also be able to network with the broader regional team of the VectorEd Network and its technical experts at the CDC since this project is supported by a Cooperative Agreement from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. A competitive salary and benefits will be offered commensurate with experience. The candidate will be expected to attend and present at local and national scientific meetings and funds are available for travel.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support a regional needs assessment to evaluate and strengthen collaboration between public health and Extension partners, including survey development, data analysis, and dissemination of findings.
Plan and implement partner engagement activities (e.g., symposium, listening sessions, ongoing communication) and contribute to development of training, outreach, and resource‑sharing efforts based on identified needs.
Develop and disseminate products (e.g., manuscripts, reports, or guides) that advance collaboration and knowledge sharing in vector‑borne disease systems.
Conduct research on tick distribution and tick‑borne disease risk using climate‑informed predictive modeling and geospatial analyses, producing hazard maps and decision‑support tools to support surveillance and public health planning.
Attend weekly laboratory meetings, relevant seminars, and occasional VectorEd team meetings.
Participate in reporting for agencies supporting this study, and preparation of new grant applications for additional extramural funding.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in entomology or related fields.
Experience developing Species Distribution Models and Cox Proportional Hazard models for ticks.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with developing Extension materials.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Unexpected interruptions occur infrequently and stress level is expected to be low.
Noise level is expected to be quiet.
Physical Activities
Able to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
Location: Sisson Hall (0080)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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