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Job Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher

Department:
FAES | Food Science and Technology

A postdoctoral research associate opportunity with experience at the intersection of food, analytical chemistry, and health outcomes is available to join the Peterson lab at the Ohio State University (Columbus, OH).  The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of experiments related to food chemistry and molecular composition research under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The main goal is to identify chemical signatures and individual compounds (using LC/MS and GC/MS) that impact biological processes as assessed by collaborators in human nutrition, microbiome science, proteomics, metabolomics and foodomics. Activities include isolation of nonvolatile compounds of interest by Prep-LC and structural elucidation by MS and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). Preparation of first and co-authored manuscripts, reports, and updates and present their research findings at professional meetings and conferences. Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to work in a collaborative team are required. Additionally, to provide general laboratory support. 

THIS IS A TERM POSITION  FOR UP TO 2 YEARS DEPENDING UPON FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND PERFORMANCE.    

The offer for this position will be based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Additional Information:

Ohio State is focused on enhancing the health and safety of our community. Therefore, the university is requiring every student, faculty and staff member to be compliant with Ohio State’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement .

By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.

Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State’s approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.

Location:
Parker Food Science and Technology (0064)

Position Type:
Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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