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Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Food Safety Virology
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Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Food Safety Virology
Posting Number:
G/R18104P
Department:
CAES-Food Safety Center
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
07/11/2022
Posting Date:
07/07/2022
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Griffin Area
Classification Title:
Post-Doctoral Associate AD
FLSA:
Exempt
FTE:
1.00
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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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:
Students at UGA‑Griffin experience low student‑to‑faculty ratios, allowing personalized instruction from world‑renowned faculty. The many students who work and/or engage in directed research on campus have the opportunity to engage in cutting‑edge research in on‑site labs, thereby gaining real‑world experience and developing marketable job skills well before graduation. University of Georgia founded the Center for Food Safety (CFS) in 1992 to promote food safety and its role in protecting the agricultural system. Since that time, CFS has been a leader of multidisciplinary, innovative research to improve the safety of food. CFS researchers develop ways to detect, control, and eliminate harmful microorganisms and their toxins from the food supply.
College/Unit/Department Website:
https://cfs.caes.uga.edu/
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 (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and of 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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Responsibilities
Conduct virology research intended to investigate the ecology of foodborne viruses on produce and in agricultural water.
Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of experiments to study foodborne viruses.
Coordinate the work of students on the project and oversee final results.
Analyze and evaluate research results.
Prepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts on the project.
Position Summary This post‑doctoral research associate will conduct virology research intended to investigate the ecology of foodborne viruses on produce and in agricultural water. Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of experiments to study foodborne viruses. Coordinate the work of students on the project and oversee final results. Analyze and evaluate research results. Prepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts on the project.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Food Safety, Virology, or Biotechnology.
Preferred experience in food or veterinary virology research.
Previous experience in cell culture, virus assays, and real‑time quantitative PCR.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of microbial ecology of viruses would be preferred.
Other Details Position of Trust:
Yes
Financial Responsibility:
No
P‑Card Requirement:
No
Driving Requirement:
No
Direct Interaction with Children/Pediatric Care:
No
Security Access:
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 Details Recruitment Contact Name:
Malak Esseili
Recruitment Contact Email:
Malak.Esseili@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr
G/R18104P
Department:
CAES-Food Safety Center
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
07/11/2022
Posting Date:
07/07/2022
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Griffin Area
Classification Title:
Post-Doctoral Associate AD
FLSA:
Exempt
FTE:
1.00
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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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:
Students at UGA‑Griffin experience low student‑to‑faculty ratios, allowing personalized instruction from world‑renowned faculty. The many students who work and/or engage in directed research on campus have the opportunity to engage in cutting‑edge research in on‑site labs, thereby gaining real‑world experience and developing marketable job skills well before graduation. University of Georgia founded the Center for Food Safety (CFS) in 1992 to promote food safety and its role in protecting the agricultural system. Since that time, CFS has been a leader of multidisciplinary, innovative research to improve the safety of food. CFS researchers develop ways to detect, control, and eliminate harmful microorganisms and their toxins from the food supply.
College/Unit/Department Website:
https://cfs.caes.uga.edu/
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 (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and of 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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Responsibilities
Conduct virology research intended to investigate the ecology of foodborne viruses on produce and in agricultural water.
Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of experiments to study foodborne viruses.
Coordinate the work of students on the project and oversee final results.
Analyze and evaluate research results.
Prepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts on the project.
Position Summary This post‑doctoral research associate will conduct virology research intended to investigate the ecology of foodborne viruses on produce and in agricultural water. Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of experiments to study foodborne viruses. Coordinate the work of students on the project and oversee final results. Analyze and evaluate research results. Prepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts on the project.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Food Safety, Virology, or Biotechnology.
Preferred experience in food or veterinary virology research.
Previous experience in cell culture, virus assays, and real‑time quantitative PCR.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of microbial ecology of viruses would be preferred.
Other Details Position of Trust:
Yes
Financial Responsibility:
No
P‑Card Requirement:
No
Driving Requirement:
No
Direct Interaction with Children/Pediatric Care:
No
Security Access:
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 Details Recruitment Contact Name:
Malak Esseili
Recruitment Contact Email:
Malak.Esseili@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr