Position Summary The focus is on Borrelia spirochetes (Lyme disease and relapsing fever spirochetes) although other pathogens are studied as well. The person must have BSL-2 experience and good animal handling skills. The duties will include but are not limited to the following. The person will be expected to perform research experiments overseen by Principal Investigator, yet the individual must be a self-starter with superb work ethics and strong analytical skills (the strong ability to work and learn independently). The person must also have the strong ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. The individual must be highly detail-oriented, and have good written and oral communication skills. The person should have a strong ability to troublesh