Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: Host-Viral Interactions and Antiviral Mechanism

About the role

The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a post-doctoral fellowship at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRDC MRIID).

Responsibilities

• Join a community of scientists studying host-virus interactions and the mechanisms of action for identified therapeutic candidates.
• Use high-content, high-throughput in vitro imaging capabilities to screen and identify small molecules that target the host to modulate viral infection.
• Identify which stages of the virus life cycle are interrupted by these compounds using standard tools such as pseudotypes, minigenomes, VLPs, and time-of-treatment assays.
• Leverage omics technologies (transcriptomics, proteomics, and imageomics) to understand the antiviral mechanisms at a molecular level.
• Gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals.
• Engage in activities and research in areas including, but not limited to: mastering core virology and therapeutic concepts, developing proficiency in advanced laboratory techniques, applying 'omic' technologies for data-driven insights, and enhancing scientific research and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A post-doctoral degree in the area of virology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, or related biological/medical sciences, received within the last 48 months.
• Experience with virus infection models and the study of host-pathogen interactions.
• Familiarity with basic concepts of drug discovery and research in target or drug discovery.
• Knowledgeable in the basic principles of chemistry and siRNA-Crispr screens.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Supplement
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

Pay

The stipend is typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location.

Schedule

The appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

Contact

If you have questions, send an email to ARMY-MRMC@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity [USAMRDC-MRIID-2026-0005] in the subject line of the email.

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