Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher) in Food Science and Human Nutrition Michigan State University in United States

Back to search results Apply now Job no:985687Work type:Faculty/Academic StaffMajor Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat ResourcesDepartment: Food Science And Hum Nutrition Anr 10002348Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad StaffSalary: Salary Commensurate with ExperienceLocation:East LansingCategories:Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-FriendlyPosition Summary The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition seeks a Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher) to work in Dr. Ahmed Abdelhamid research program. The selected candidate will primarily explore microbial communities in fermented foods, aiming to develop synthetic microbial communities to enhance food production and promote human health. Additional responsibilities include analyzing metabolomic changes in biofilm communities, studying pathogen-food matrix interactions, writing reports for funding agencies, leading the preparation of manuscripts for publication, advising graduate students, and participating in grant proposal development for future funding.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Degree Doctorate -Microbiology, or a related discipline, with demonstrated expertise in metagenomics, microbial genomics, and data analysis.Minimum Requirements A doctoral degree in Microbiology, or a related discipline, with demonstrated expertise in metagenomics, microbial genomics, and data analysis. Excellent in microbial pathogenesis.Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.Ability to manage and oversee the work of several graduate and undergraduate students.Desired Qualifications Experience in food microbiome researchExperience in the genomics and metabolomics of foodborne pathogensSkilled in the molecular biology of microbial virulenceProficient in preparing (meta)genomic DNA librariesKnowledge of fermented food microbiotaCompetent in analyzing omics data using R or PythonStrong microbiology laboratory skillsProven record of peer-reviewed publicationsExcellent laboratory organizational skillsRequired Application Materials Please submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references.Special Instructions Please submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references.Review of Applications Begins On 09/16/2024Summary of Health Risks Some duties may include working with foodborne pathogens and animalsRemote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.Advertised:Aug 29, 2024Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:Aug 29, 2026Eastern Daylight Time