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Washington State University

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Food Safety, Microbiology and Data Science Washington State University in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Annual salary of $62,232-$65,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications; full-time 12-month temporary appointment with benefits package. Renewal depends on extension need and/or additional funding.

Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

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United States

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Washington State University

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Keywords

Computer Science
Data Science
Food Science
Microbiology
Biology
Predictive Modeling
Food Safety
Sequencing Technology
Salud Pública
Pathogen Biology
Microbiome Research
Statistics
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About this position

The School of Food Science at Washington State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work at the intersection of food safety, microbiology, and data science. The position centers on applied research that addresses real-world food safety challenges in collaboration with industry partners.

The successful postdoc will join a dynamic research team investigating microbial contamination, intervention strategies, and risk reduction across diverse food systems. The work includes studying pathogenic bacteria using microbiological and molecular approaches, with opportunities to incorporate engineering-based solutions and data-driven tools to generate actionable insights from microbiological data.

This role is closely connected to translation of research into practice, with collaboration involving leading food companies and regulatory agencies. The postdoctoral researcher will also contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals, and will mentor graduate and undergraduate students in laboratory research, experimental design, and data analysis.

The appointment is housed in the School of Food Science within the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington.

Funding details

Annual salary of $62,232-$65,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications; full-time 12-month temporary appointment with benefits package. Renewal depends on extension need and/or additional funding.

What's required

A Ph.D. in Food Microbiology, Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related discipline is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with or strong interest in data analysis, programming, or predictive modeling; microbiological laboratory skills, with experience in microbiome research and/or sequencing-based approaches; evidence of peer-reviewed publications; strong scientific writing and communication skills; and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

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Submit an online application through the Workday posting. Upload a resume and cover letter, ensuring the materials show how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.

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