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University of Maryland Eastern Shore · 2 months ago

Post Doctoral Research Associate Fermentation/Molecular Biology

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $65K/yr

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is seeking applications for a Post-Doctoral Position in Fermentation/Molecular Microbiology. This role involves conducting research in alcohol fermentation and molecular microbiology while also engaging in departmental activities and preparing scientific manuscripts for publication.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop research protocols and conduct field trips for sample collection and procurement

Perform laboratory basic, molecular microbiological analysis, and data analysis using statistical software such as SAS

Prepare scientific manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals

Prepare posters and oral presentations for scientific conferences

Assist in other research projects and departmental activities

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

PhD in Food ScienceFermentation microbiologyMolecular microbiologyStatistical software (SAS)BSL 2 facility experienceLactobacillus spp. handlingResearch enthusiasmCommunication skills

Required

PhD. in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field

Enthusiasm for conducting research in the field as well as in the lab

Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred

Prior experience in fermentation-related work and Lactobacillus spp. Handling

Previous working experience in a BSL 2 facility

Benefits

Health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts)

Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA)

Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match

Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance)

Tuition Remission

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays paid leave

Annual leave 22 days per year

Sick leave 15 days per year

Personal leave 3 days per year

Company

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore offers an impressive array of accredited degree programs that blend a time-honored curriculum with instruction in contemporary fields such as aviation science, construction management, criminal justice, engineering, hospitality management and allied health.

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