What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Scholar position at North Carolina A&T State University?
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, pharmacology, or other closely related fields.
- Research experience in cell and mouse models for gut health and metabolic diseases.
- Knowledge in conducting nutritional intervention studies
- 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
007444
Recruitment Salary Range
46,091 - $50,400
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Appointment Type
Time Limited - Full-time
Tenure Track
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
CEPHT
Organizational Location
College of Ag & Environ Sciences
Organizational Unit
CEPHT
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA1885
Open Date
08 / 15 / 2023
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled
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.
Quick Link
https : / / jobs.ncat.edu / postings / 29402
Salary : $46,091 - $50,400
