Plant Metabolomics & Hydroponics Research Fellow

Bowie State University; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead hydroponics and aquaponics research funded by NASA. The role involves evaluating plant metabolomics, conducting Endophyte research, and mentoring undergraduate students. Candidates should have a PhD in Chemistry or Plant Science and strong knowledge of various scientific analysis techniques. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and educational opportunities. This position is crucial for advancing research in plant science and smart agriculture.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Plant Science or related fields is required.
• Strong knowledge of scientific analysis techniques and methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all Plant metabolomics and Hydroponics research activities.
• Evaluate the metabolome of plants grown under microgravity.
• Conduct Endophyte Research and assist with lab management.

Skills

Scientific analysis techniques

Preparing culture media

Plant cultivation

Scientific publications

Problem-solving

Student supervision

Communication skills

High workload management

Troubleshooting

Grant writing

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Plant Science or related fields

Tools

Spectroscopy

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Titration

Electrochemistry

X-ray diffraction

Nuclear magnetic resonance

Thermal analysis

Job description

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead hydroponics and aquaponics research funded by NASA. The role involves evaluating plant metabolomics, conducting Endophyte research, and mentoring undergraduate students. Candidates should have a PhD in Chemistry or Plant Science and strong knowledge of various scientific analysis techniques. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and educational opportunities. This position is crucial for advancing research in plant science and smart agriculture.