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Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Employer
NC State University
Location
Kannapolis, NC

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Position Type
Postdoc
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Vacancy TypePost DocIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoTime-Limited Appointment LengthNoIf Yes, Appointment LengthWorking TitlePostdoctoral Research ScholarAnticipated Hiring RangeCommensurate with ExperiencePosition Number00107210Work ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8am - 5pmFull Time Equivalent (FTE)1.00Department110308 - Kannapolis ResearchDepartment 110308 - Kannapolis ResearchJob City & StateKannapolis, NCEssential Job Duties

The Postdoctoral Research Scholar will assist the Principal Investigator (Dr. Neilson) in the Plants for Human Health Institute, by leading and conducting research, general laboratory management, and provide some mentoring of graduate students as appropriate. This will include conducting advanced independent and/or directed research with a focus on the interaction between plant-derived phytochemicals, the human microbiome and nutrition/health. Major research thrusts will involve how structurally complex phytochemicals are metabolized into microbial metabolites that may modulate onset of metabolic syndrome, among others.

The majority of work will be performed using 3 key research tools:

1) rodent models of nutrition/disease,
2) mammalian and/or bacterial cell culture, or in vitro fecal fermentations
3) and instrumental analysis (particularly LC-MS/MS).

This will include study design, collection and analysis of data, ensuring quality of data, basic statistics analysis, generating tables and figures for presentation (in manuscripts and conference presentations) as it relates to impacts on human health, participation in preparation and submission of manuscripts, reports and grant proposals.

Other general duties will include general lab and instrument maintenance and management as well as other duties as assigned.

In addition to performing assigned experiments, the successful incumbent will contribute to the intellectual direction of the lab by identifying important research questions, formulating hypotheses and designing experiments (including adoption of new techniques into the lab) to test those hypotheses.

Other Work/Responsibilities

This postdoctoral position will provide support to peers, collaborative partners and students. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and submit, with guidance from the Principal Investigator, USDA and/or NIH postdoctoral fellowship applications.

Minimum Experience/Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., M.D., D.V.M., Sc.D.) in appropriate field awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment.

Departmental Required Skills

Required Education:
Doctoral Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition Science, Toxicology, or related field.

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Analytical chemistry (particularly LC-MS/MS), rodent work (gavage, injection, blood collection, etc.), in vitro work.
  • Ability to lead complex research projects with knowledge of advanced analytical chemistry techniques as appropriate for plant-derived phytochemicals.
  • Responsible for data acquisition, statistical processing and interpretation, as well as development and maintenance of datasets, and use of basic statistical software packages.
  • Demonstrated record of publishing primary research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
  • Ability to train and supervise students and visiting scholars.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and creatively.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, and be able to articulate clearly the scientific and technical needs in the field.
  • Set clear goals and work within an interdisciplinary setting.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Experience in one or more of the following areas: polyphenol chemistry; ELISAs/RIAs; xenobiotic pharamcokinetics and metabolism; mammalian cell culture; anaerobic microbiology or fermentation; fractionation or preparative chromatography; physiology of diabetes/obesity.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Special Instructions

Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, CV, Detailed “Statement of Research” Interests/Experience, Brief Summary of Professional Goals, Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Job Open Date10/07/2019Must Be Open Until

Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.10/21/2019Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire Date11/01/2019AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC 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.

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have, or will you have by date of hire, a PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition Science, Toxicology, or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Please describe your experience, if any, in the following areas: polyphenol chemistry; ELISAs/RIAs; xenobiotic pharamcokinetics and metabolism; mammalian cell culture; anaerobic microbiology or fermentation; fractionation or preparative chromatography; physiology of diabetes/obesity.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Professional Organization
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  4. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Other Document (1)
  4. Contact Information for References
  5. Research Statement
Optional Documents

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