[Entm-researchstaff] Fwd: FW: Postdoc position at Univ. Florida: Insect Physiology / Virology

Tue Apr 12 07:58:37 PDT 2022

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Date: Tue, Apr 12, 2022 at 7:55 AM
Subject: FW: Postdoc position at Univ. Florida: Insect Physiology / Virology
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CC: Bonning,Bryony <bbonning at ufl.edu>

Forward on behalf of Dr. Bonning.

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*From:* Bonning,Bryony <bbonning at ufl.edu>
*Sent:* Tuesday, April 12, 2022 9:35 AM
*Subject:* Postdoc position at Univ. Florida: Insect Physiology / Virology

Please forward to potential applicants within your institution:

*Postdoctoral Scholar in Insect Physiology / Virology *

A postdoctoral position is available to work on identification of virus
receptors in the pest lepidopteran species, *Spodoptera frugiperda,* and
characterization of molecular interactions between viruses and the insect
gut epithelium.

*Responsibilities*: Responsibilities include 1) two-dimensional gel
electrophoresis and ligand blot analysis to identify putative gut receptor
proteins for lepidopteran viruses, 2) baculovirus expression of candidate
receptor proteins, 3) testing of candidate proteins for their ability to
mediate virus entry into the cell, and 4) delineating viral coat protein
domains involved in receptor interaction.

*Required Qualifications*:

   - PhD in entomology, virology, microbiology, biochemistry or a related
   area
   - Solid molecular biology and biochemistry skills

*Preferred qualifications*:

   - Research experience with insect physiology and / or virology
   - Experience with cell culture and baculovirus expression system
   - Strong communication and organizational skills.

*Location*: This position is based in the laboratory of Dr. Bryony C.
Bonning, Eminent Scholar and Professor, Department of Entomology and
Nematology
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at University of Florida. The Bonning lab
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provides outstanding infrastructure for cutting-edge research and has a
strong record of innovation and trainee placement within the agricultural
biotechnology industry sector, USDA and academia.

University of Florida has the largest Entomology and Nematology department
in the nation, with outstanding facilities. The diverse faculty has
strengths in both basic and applied research, and strong collaborative and
interdepartmental interactions.  Gainesville, Florida is consistently
ranked among the Top 10 Best College Towns
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in the U.S.

*How to Apply*: Candidates should apply by emailing a single pdf file with
“PD Application – virus2” in the subject line containing 1) a statement of
research experience, interests and career goals, 2) curriculum vitae
including complete publication list, 3) names, e-mail addresses and
telephone numbers for three references to: Dr. Bryony C. Bonning, E-mail:
bbonning at ufl.edu

Review of applications will begin on *Friday, May 20, 2022 *and continue
until the position has been filled.

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences
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 is committed to creating an environment that affirms diversity across a
variety of dimensions, including ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender
identity and expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can
contribute to such an environment. If an accommodation due to a disability
is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the
Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF
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.

*Bryony C. Bonning *Director, NSF I/UCRC Center for Arthropod Management
Technologies
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Eminent Scholar and Professor

Department of Entomology & Nematology

University of Florida

Charles Steinmetz Hall

1881 Natural Area Dr
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1881+Natural+Area+Dr?entry=gmail&source=g>.

PO Box 110620

Gainesville, FL   32611-0620 USA

(352) 273-3984 Office

http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/people-directory/bryony-c-bonning/
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