NMR Natural Products Researcher.  The University of Missouri and the Sumner Metabolomics Research lab seek a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with experience in NMR analyses of plant/microbial natural products. The ideal candidate will have substantial hands-on, operational knowledge of NMR technologies, the ability to independently shim/tune/acquire 1D/2D NMR data, and the ability to elucidate structures of natural products using both 1D/2D NMR spectra and mass spectrometry. The successful candidate will focus on data generation and data deposition as part of a Natural Product Magnetic Resonance Database (NP-MRD.org) recently funded by NIH NCCIH.  The NP-MRD.org is a collaborative project with Drs. John Cort (PNNL, PI), David Wishart (Univ. Alberta), Roger Linington (Simon Fraser Univ.), Ryan Renslow (PNNL) and Lloyd W. Sumner (MU).  The successful candidate will also further develop and apply UHPLC-MS-SPE-NMR to the analyses of plant primary and specialized metabolites.  This position is available immediately. 

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a minimum of a PhD (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant Science, Biology) by start of the appointment with post baccalaureate hands-on NMR experience.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as publications related to natural products NMR analyses.

Complete online application and submit CV, Statement of Interest, list of References, Documentation of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance experience

Applications accepted until position is filled

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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