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Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago

Temporary Research Assistant

positionFort Valley, GA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant at Fort Valley State University, a land-grant institution in Georgia. The role involves assisting scientists and graduate students in research focused on food safety, specifically investigating nonthermal processing methods to reduce foodborne pathogens on leafy greens.

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Responsibilities

Assist in procuring laboratory materials and supplies
Conduct experiments, collect, and analyze data
Conduct statistical analysis
Coordinate research work conducted by undergraduate and graduate students
Assist in conducting laboratories for undergraduate and graduate courses
Assist in installation, calibration, operation, repair, and maintenance of laboratory equipment

Qualification

Microbial laboratory practicesNonthermal processing methodsStatistical analysisFood safety laboratory equipmentData collectionAnalysis

Required

BS degree in Biological Sciences, Food Science, Food Safety or related technical field
Valid driver's license
Knowledge of general microbial laboratory practices
Knowledge of nonthermal processing methods
Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a food safety laboratory
Knowledge of and experience with statistical packages

Preferred

MS degree in Biological Sciences, Food Science, Food Safety or related technical field
Experience in the use of food safety/food engineering equipment
Experience gained during graduate training will be credited at ½ time

Company

Inside Higher Ed

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Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
dateFounded in 2004
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.insidehighered.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
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2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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