Postdoc – Avian Repro

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Posted: 28-May-25

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 368465

Position Overview
Dr. Boukherroubâ™s lab in the Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities has an open position for a postdoctoral associate. The focus of the lab is to investigate the mechanisms regulating reproductive function in avian species in health and disease. Research projects include investigating mechanisms of fertility loss in females, the role of the microbiome in reproduction, susceptibility of hens to diseases including avian influenza, using organoid models to investigate reproductive function and response to pathogens. The lab uses state-of-the-art techniques including single cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics. The individual will have the opportunity to work on their professional development and specific skills needed for their professional success.

The individual is expected to work on projects focused on understanding the interaction between the immune and reproductive systems in poultry species including turkeys and chickens. It is also expected for the individual to be actively involved in all aspects of the lab activities including reviewing literature, refining experimental designs, animal care and handling, travel for research purposes, collecting samples, conducting experiments, preparing interpretation and summaries of results, participating in conferences, manuscript preparation, share lab management duties, participate in lab meetings, and be a good departmental citizen. This position is 100% in person. 

Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible tasks of this work:

• Sample collection at turkey farms
• Blood collection and isolation of leukocytes for further analysis
• RNA extraction for RNA sequencing and data interpretation
• Immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, microscopy
• Quantitative PCR
• Other cellular and molecular biology techniques as needed
• Animal handling
• Participate in lab management responsibilities, training incoming students and other trainees.
• Prepare result summaries to share with collaborators

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Animal / Biological Science or related field
• Prior experience in cell culture, cellular and molecular biology techniques is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team.
   

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