Post Doctoral Research Associate - Bala

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Tempo integral

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The University of Georgia in Griffin, GA, invites applications for a Post Doctoral Research Associate in the CAES-Food Science & Technology department. The role focuses on experimental design, literature review, and conducting chemical and microbiological analyses of processed foods.

You will work with project investigators, operate bench and pilot-scale processing equipment, procure materials, maintain equipment, analyze data, prepare reports and manuscripts, and support proposals and industry

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Posting Details

Posting Number: G/R34996P

Working Title: Post Doctoral Research Associate - Bala

Department: CAES-Food Science & Technology

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Location of Vacancy: Griffin Area

EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

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Duties/Responsibilities

• Design experiments in consultation with project investigator.
• Conduct relevant literature search.
• Conduct experiments using bench and pilot scale conventional and advanced food processing equipment.
• Maintain equipment.
• Procure materials for research.
• Conduct chemical and microbiological instrumental analysis of the processed food samples. Conduct statistical analysis and results interpretation.
• Prepare reports, manuscripts based on the research conducted. Present results. Assist in proposal preparation.
• Assist in conducting industrial outreach and interaction with industry sponsors.
• Assist with other related tasks as a part of the work.