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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Post Doctoral Scholar

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497

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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Primary Purpose Of Position

The person employed in this Postdoctoral Research Associate position will study bioactive food components for disease prevention. This candidate is expected to conduct scientific research and have peer-reviewed scientific publications and provide technical assistance to graduate and undergraduate students working in the lab as needed. Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose Of Position

The person employed in this Postdoctoral Research Associate position will study bioactive food components for disease prevention. This candidate is expected to conduct scientific research and have peer-reviewed scientific publications and provide technical assistance to graduate and undergraduate students working in the lab as needed.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

The Center for Excellence in Post- Harvest Technologies fosters interdisciplinary research in post-harvest technologies, including: developing and testing functional foods, isolating and characterizing the health-promoting components in foods, improving processes to extend shelf life and control spoilage and food-borne pathogens, developing new value-added products from agricultural commodities, evaluating and modeling consumer acceptance of food products, developing and testing novel biodegradable and bioactive food packaging, and optimizing parameters for process-engineering. CEPHT provides unique opportunities for experiential education of young scientists in cutting-edge technologies and applied post-harvest research. CEPHT seeks science-based solutions to post-harvest issues facing growers, food processors, distributors and consumers. We provide seminars, short courses, workshops, and educational materials that respond to the needs of growers, and food processing and packing industries. With advanced tools, facilities and personnel, CEPHT is prepared to help producers, processors, distributors and retailers with all aspects of post-harvest processing, including packaging, consumer research, analysis of food components, and development of new food products

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in nutrition/food science, natural products, analytical chemistry, or other closely related fields.

Experience in analyzing bioactive food compounds Experience in qualitative analysis of metabolites, and trace-level analysis of biomolecules in vivo Knowledge in mass-based metabolomic research Knowledge in the interactions between gut microbiome and dietary compounds Knowledge in microbiology Excellent written and oral communication skills for communicating and publishing scientific results Strong ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title

Post Doctoral Scholar

Position Number

007442

Recruitment Salary Range

$46,091 - $50,400

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division

CEPHT

Organizational Location

College of Ag & Environ Sciences

Organizational Unit

CEPHT

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA1883

Open Date

08/15/2023

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

10/01/2023

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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