Faculty Assistant

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129534
Title: Faculty Assistant
Functional Title: Faculty Assistant
Category Status: 15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category: Faculty
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: AGNR-Nutrition and Food Science
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
A position is available immediately as a Faculty Assistant to contribute to our studies on foods and human health, especially as relating to flavonoids, the gut microbiome, and migraine disease. The Faculty Assistant will conduct research, including the coordination human subjects research, assist in the training of students, participate in data cleaning and analysis, manuscript and grant-writing, and take part in the management of the laboratory of Dr. Margaret Slavin at the University of Maryland, College Park. 
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Faculty Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: 
  • BS/BA in Nutrition, Food Science, Dietetics, or related field, and prior research experience.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Basic computer skills including email, word processing, and spreadsheets.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
Preferences:
Preferences: 
  • MS in Nutrition, Food Science, Dietetics, or related field.
  • Prior experience in human subjects research and statistical analysis.
  • Prior professional experience in safe food preparation.
  • Familiarity with food composition and dietary databases.
  • Excellent communication skills, including both writing and oral.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Posting Date: 06/24/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 07/04/2024
Physical Demands
Be able to safely conduct research in the kitchen lab and biosafety level 2 research lab.
Be able to lift food or laboratory supplies weighing up to 30 lbs.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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