Postdoctoral Research Associate, Chemistry

at  Ohio University

PLEASE SEE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE DETAILS.

Please complete the online application and attach the following required documents when prompted:

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• A detailed cover letter describing your qualifications and the reasons why you are interested in the position for which you are applying.
• Research statement
• A list of at least three (3) professional references with current and complete contact details including an email address.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting closing date.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry are inviting applications for a postdoctoral research associate. This is a one-year temporary appointment with a possible annual renewal for up to an additional year, depending on the selected candidate’s continued interest and performance and continued funding. The position is contingent upon funding and will begin once the successful candidate is hired.

POSITION SUMMARY

We seek individuals interested in contributing to the development of the online database for chemical information of food and natural products and developing professional skills for future positions in academia or non-academic settings. Successful candidates should have a desire to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary and cross-departmental, team environment of professional staff, students, faculty, and administrators.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or food and agriculture sciences or biomedical engineering.
• Minimum of three years work experience.

The selected candidate will be expected to perform the responsibilities listed below:

• Collect and analyze data for secondary metabolites from botanical materials.
• Organize datasets into the formats suitable for the online database.
• Disseminate research findings at conferences and in referred journals and develop partnerships with researchers to further the project’s mission.

For additional information about our department, please see
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