USDA-ARS Advanced Training in Emerging and High-Consequence Zoonotic Diseases

Overview

USDA-ARS Advanced Training in Emerging and High-Consequence Zoonotic Diseases opportunity at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) in Manhattan, Kansas. This research opportunity invites recent master's graduates to participate in high-consequence and emerging zoonotic pathogen research.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research projects examining the ecology, molecular biology, or computational biology of emerging zoonotic pathogens.
• Design and conduct experiments or analyses under the mentorship of USDA scientists.
• Apply molecular, ecological, or computational tools to better understand pathogen transmission, host–pathogen interactions, or outbreak risk.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across USDA, academic institutions, and federal partners.
• Gain experience preparing scientific reports, presentations, and publications.

Learning environment and facilities

Opportunity to work in USDA's premier high-containment (BSL-4) facility at NBAF in Manhattan, KS, with mentorship from the ZEDRU unit.

Mentor

Mentor : Lisa Hensley (lisa.hensley@usda.gov). Questions about the research : contact the mentor.

Appointment details

Eligibility and Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Application process

To apply : submit an application, unofficial transcript or copies as described, a current resume / CV, and two educational or professional recommendations. All documents must be in English or include an official English translation. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Deadline : 11 / 7 / 2025 3 : 00 PM Eastern Time.

How to apply

Scroll to the bottom of this opportunity and click APPLY to submit your complete application.

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