Position Title:
Post Doc- CALS Research
Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities will be conducting pork and beef quality research, generating proteomic data on large library samples, and performing in-depth analysis of proteins and peptides in beef and pork products that vary in consumer quality
The objectives of this work are to 1) develop a more complete understanding of proteomic changes in postmortem muscle and 2) utilize machine learning techniques to predict fresh meat quality based on proteomic, metabolomic, and peptidomic profiles
This successful candidate will be expected to lead these efforts immediately.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D
in animal science and/or meat science or a closely related area
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of leadership in conducting research and publishing research results related to proteomics in muscle and meat.
Evidence of mastery of proteomic and metabolomic data analysis.
Evidence of mastery of protein and proteomic laboratory skills.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Proposed Start Date:
May 16, 2024
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application
Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
* Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
* Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
* Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Various voluntary benefits and discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
April 25, 2024
Posting Close Date:
May 2, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R14572 Recommended Skills Data Analysis Laboratory Techniques Leadership Machine Learning Physical Strength Meat Products
