Post Doctoral Research Associate in Food Chemistry

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Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

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No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

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Department:

FDSC | Protein Chemistry

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Summary of Job Duties:

The successful candidate will work in the Analytical Protein Chemistry program of Dr. Samira Feyzi. The postdoc will focus on conducting and developing research on
proteins, especially plant proteins. The position requires decision making, problem solving, and method development skills on protein extraction optimization, fractionation,
purification, characterization, binding properties, modification, and application in food systems. Also a sloid knowledge and research experience on chromatography
(HPLC, UPLC, GC/MS, GC/MS-O) and proteomics is required.This appointment involves developing instrumental methods for enhancing proteins, especially plant
proteins, functionalities and application in food products. Experience and willingness to learn Proteomics and/or flavoramics, chromatography, and spectroscopy methods,
instruments, and software are required. The postdoctoral research associate will work with undergraduate and graduate students, as well. Candidates should be wellorganized and experienced in working in research labs and have good communication and teamwork skills. The position will initially be available for 1 year with renewal based on availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Qualifications:

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• PhD in Food Science or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Food Chemistry/ Food Analysis;

• Experience in proteomics and flavoromics;

• Experience in protein characterization using chromatography (HPLC; LC-MS; GC-MS; GC-MS/O), spectroscopy (FTIR, NIR, CD, and fluorescence), texture analyzer, rheometer;

• Experience in amino acid profile analysis;

• Knowledge of proteins interactions with other food macro or micro molecules;

• Research and/or industry work experience in protein ingredients;