UToledo Careers
Post Doctoral Associate
- 501316
- Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH
- Full-Time
- None
- Post Doc
- Staff - Full-Time
Title: Post Doctoral Associate
Department Org: Chem/Envior Engr - 101910
Employee Classification: P1 - Post Doctoral Assoc FT-MC
Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association
Primary Location: MC AC
Shift: 1
Start Time: End Time:
Posted Salary:
Float: False
Rotate: False
On Call: False
Travel: False
Weekend/Holiday: False
Job Description:
The Post Doctoral Associate will be working on projects related to cultivation of microalgae and cyanobacteria. This position requires a combination of applied- and fundamental- science experience. Prior experience in indoor and outdoor cultivation/maintenance of microalgae is desired. Prior experience in enzyme and bioproduct extraction, purification and activity assays is also desired. The incumbent must be self-directed and able to work with minimum supervision be able to document results and write quarterly/yearly progress reports to the granting agency. The candidate will be expected to perform laboratory experiments in support of funded projects, perform laboratory experiments to develop new areas of research, supervise graduate/undergraduate students, present results at professional conferences, write manuscripts for publication in refereed journals, and write/assist with preparation of grant proposals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in biotechnology or related field.
Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated by experience authoring high quality scientific papers.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team or individually to complete projects with limited supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior publications in reputed peer-reviewed journal(s)
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
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