University of Georgia
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R29851P
Working Title PostDoc Kurup
Department VPR-Center Trop Emerg Glob Dis
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Center for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases (CTEGD) at the University of Georgia is one of the largest international centers of research focused on diseases of poverty. Researchers and students work together on some of the most important causes of human suffering around the world, including malaria, schistosomiasis, African sleeping sickness, Chagas disease, cryptosporidiosis, toxoplasmosis, leishmaniasis, and filariasis.
College/Unit/Department website CTEGD.UGA.EDU
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025
Posting Date 06/09/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Include a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to Dr. Sam Kurup at after submitting application, CV and cover letter.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Lab research to include innate immune signaling, tissue-residence of immune cells, or molecular interactions at the host-pathogen interface.
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Contribute to manuscript preparation, and engage actively in the collaborative and interdisciplinary environment in the research community and CTEGD.
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Scholarly Advancement
Percentage of time 5
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD
FLSA Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE 1.0
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The Kurup Lab at the University of Georgia's center for Tropical and emerging Global Diseases (CTEGD) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to lead projects investigating immune responses to malaria. Our lab uses a combination of in vivo mouse models, ex vivo liver-stage infection systems, and cutting-edge imaging and transcriptomic approaches to understand the fundamental biology of host-pathogen interaction in malaria.
This position offers strong mentorship, opportunities for scientific visibility, and an environment that supports growth toward research independence. As part of UGA's vibrant immunology and parasitology community, the postdoctoral fellow will benefit from seminars, career development resources, and collaborative opportunities.
The successful applicant will design and execute experiments independently, contribute to manuscript preparation, and engage actively in the collaborative and interdisciplinary environment of CTEGD.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Immunology, Microbiology, parasitology, or a related field at the time of appointment. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in immunology and an interest in infectious disease biology. Prior experiences with innate immune signaling, tissue-residence of immune cells, or molecular interactions at the host-pathogen interface are highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Well-developed oral and written communication skills and abilities to work both independently and collaboratively.
Physical Demands
Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time; standing and bending over for wet lab bench work; light lifting up to 25 lbs.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a requirement of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Sam Kurup
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents
Position Details
Posting Number G/R29851P
Working Title PostDoc Kurup
Department VPR-Center Trop Emerg Glob Dis
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Center for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases (CTEGD) at the University of Georgia is one of the largest international centers of research focused on diseases of poverty. Researchers and students work together on some of the most important causes of human suffering around the world, including malaria, schistosomiasis, African sleeping sickness, Chagas disease, cryptosporidiosis, toxoplasmosis, leishmaniasis, and filariasis.
College/Unit/Department website CTEGD.UGA.EDU
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025
Posting Date 06/09/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Include a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to Dr. Sam Kurup at after submitting application, CV and cover letter.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Lab research to include innate immune signaling, tissue-residence of immune cells, or molecular interactions at the host-pathogen interface.
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Contribute to manuscript preparation, and engage actively in the collaborative and interdisciplinary environment in the research community and CTEGD.
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Scholarly Advancement
Percentage of time 5
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD
FLSA Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE 1.0
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The Kurup Lab at the University of Georgia's center for Tropical and emerging Global Diseases (CTEGD) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to lead projects investigating immune responses to malaria. Our lab uses a combination of in vivo mouse models, ex vivo liver-stage infection systems, and cutting-edge imaging and transcriptomic approaches to understand the fundamental biology of host-pathogen interaction in malaria.
This position offers strong mentorship, opportunities for scientific visibility, and an environment that supports growth toward research independence. As part of UGA's vibrant immunology and parasitology community, the postdoctoral fellow will benefit from seminars, career development resources, and collaborative opportunities.
The successful applicant will design and execute experiments independently, contribute to manuscript preparation, and engage actively in the collaborative and interdisciplinary environment of CTEGD.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Immunology, Microbiology, parasitology, or a related field at the time of appointment. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in immunology and an interest in infectious disease biology. Prior experiences with innate immune signaling, tissue-residence of immune cells, or molecular interactions at the host-pathogen interface are highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Well-developed oral and written communication skills and abilities to work both independently and collaboratively.
Physical Demands
Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time; standing and bending over for wet lab bench work; light lifting up to 25 lbs.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a requirement of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Sam Kurup
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information