Postdoctoral Fellow I - Agro-Ecology and Human Nutrition

　　Requisition ID: 2023-6496

　　of Openings: 1Location: US-UT-LoganCategory: Research (non-Faculty)Position Type: Benefited Full-TimeJob Classification: ExemptCollege: College of Agriculture and Applied ScDepartment: Nutrition Dietetics and Food SciencesAdvertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

　　OverviewThe Van Vliet Lab at the Center for Human Nutrition Studies at Utah State University seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for research investigating the effects of agro-ecology and regenerative agriculture on food nutritional composition and human health. The ideal candidate will have experience in agricultural, food science, and/or human nutrition research, and have strong wet lab skills. The position will require self-direction and the ability to manage large data sets and to work effectively with undergraduate, graduate, and other team members in the lab. Candidates must have obtained their PhD in a related field prior to the start date.

　　The initial appointment will be for two years, with potential for additional years pending positive performance and funding.

　　Responsibilities

　　Collaborating on the development of research protocolsPreparation of samples for mass-spectrometry analysisData analysis and managementManuscript and grant preparationIRB submissionsSupervision of graduate students and research assistantsQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

　　A Phd in Food Science, Human Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, Plant/Animal Science and/or related fields.Preferred Qualifications/skills:

　　Ample wet-lab experience

　　Experience in mass-spectrometryExperience in coding (R, Python, or related programming).Required DocumentsAlong with the online application, please attach:

　　Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Research Statement to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Three professional references with contact informationDocument size may not exceed 10 MB.Advertised SalaryCommensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

　　ADAEmployees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

　　University HighlightsThe Center for Human Nutrition Studies () at Utah State University provides the organizational structure and logistic support for research scientists with interests in nutrition science. With its outstanding clinical facility, research kitchen, and supporting laboratory space, the CHNS is designed to serve as a resource to Utah State University researchers for gaining experience in conducting clinical studies and assisting in efforts to secure extramural research funding and industry contracts and partnerships. The Center for Human Nutrition Studies' dedicated space includes:

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