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Type of Position:
Research
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
FDSC | Nutrition and Phytochemicals
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Department of Food Science at the University of Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station is seeking a highly motivated and outstanding postdoctoral research to work in the Phytochemical program of Dr. Sun-Ok Lee, Dr. Renee Threlfall, and Dr. Ya-Jane Wang. The candidate will work on the identification/purification of phytochemicals and their potential health benefits.
Responsibilities:
Conduct and assist with research on compositional and bioactive compounds (acids, sugars, ethanol, volatiles, polyphenols) in foods and beverages (especially fruit, wine/juice, vegetables, and rice)
Supervise laboratories including maintaining equipment, ordering supplies, establishing safety practices, creating the standard operating procedures, and training students for analysis.
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, present data at professional conferences, and help write grants/reports.
Qualifications:
The candidate should have (i) a Ph.D. degree in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Nutritional Biochemistry or a related field, (ii) strong research experience in compositional or bioactive compounds in foods and and beverages (iii) publications in high-quality journals, and (iv) good communication skills both in writing and speaking.
The selected candidate must be able to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have additional experience in extraction and analysis of compositional and bioactive compounds, implementing mammalian cell culture/molecular biological skills, and use of HPLC, GC-MS, and UPLC.
Additional Information:
The initial appointment is for one year with a possibility of renewal upon the availability of subsequent funding and job performance.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Sun-Ok Lee, Associate Professor, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Driving, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Stooping, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes