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🧬 Graduate Research Assistantship (PhD) – Poultry Science | Auburn University
Institution: Auburn University – Department of Poultry Science
📍 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: SZP0208@auburn.edu
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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