Temple University - Philadelphia, PA
posted 5 months ago
The Assistant Research Professor position in the Department of Biology at Temple University focuses on addressing the urgent global health challenge posed by malaria, particularly in light of the emergence of artemisinin-resistant strains in Africa. This role is critical as malaria continues to claim approximately 600,000 lives annually, necessitating innovative strategies for drug-resistance mitigation. The Boni Lab is at the forefront of this effort, utilizing advanced computational epidemiology to assist national malaria control programs across Africa in developing effective response strategies. The successful candidate will engage in collaborative research within the Boni Lab, which is part of the Institute for Genomics and Evolutionary Medicine (IGEM). The lab's work is supported by prestigious funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the National Institutes of Health, and it is integrated into the global Applied Malaria Modeling Network (AMMNet). The position offers an opportunity to work alongside esteemed partners, including institutions like Oxford and Imperial College, and to contribute to significant projects aimed at evaluating and planning strategies for combating artemisinin resistance across multiple African nations. Candidates will be expected to lead research initiatives focused on individual-based modeling of malaria and drug-resistance control policies, as well as epidemiological studies. The role requires proficiency in geospatial software such as ArcGIS for data assembly and the ability to develop software in C++ for complex projects. A strong understanding of the operational needs of national malaria control programs in endemic regions is essential. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about applying computational methods to real-world health challenges and who are eager to contribute to emergency-level global health responses.