Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Overview

Position:
Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The incumbent will study the metabolic interactions of dietary polyphenols and endogenous metabolites, conduct scientific research, publish peer-reviewed results, and provide technical assistance to graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.

• Design and execute experiments related to polyphenol and endogenous metabolite interactions.
• Perform data collection, analysis, and interpretation using MS-based instrumentation.
• Prepare and contribute to peer‑reviewed publications and reports.
• Provide technical assistance and mentorship to graduate and undergraduate lab members as needed.

• Ph.D. in nutrition/food science, natural products, analytical chemistry, or closely related fields.
• Experience with MS instrumentation (LC-MS, GC-MS) and chemical derivatization.
• Experience operating and maintaining MS instruments and data analysis software.
• Experience in qualitative analysis of polyphenol metabolites and trace-level biomolecule analysis in vivo.
• Knowledge in mass-based metabolomic research and natural product chemistry.
• Knowledge of interactions between polyphenols and endogenous metabolites.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for publishing and presenting scientific results.
• Strong ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Working Title:
  
  Post-Doctoral Research Associate
• Position Number: 009818
• Recruitment Salary Range:
  Commensurate with education and experience
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Appointment Type:
  Time Limited - Full-time
• Tenure Track:
  No
• Organizational Division: CEPHT
• Organizational
  
  Location:
  
  College of Ag & Environ Sciences
• Organizational Unit: CEPHT

• Open Date: 02/19/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Date Position Available: 03/01/2026
• Special Instructions to Applicant:
  Submit an electronic application for employment. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the electronic application. Veteran's Preference documents (DD 214) should be attached if applicable. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• State health benefits and related benefits (NC Flex, EAP, etc.)
• 12 paid holidays
• Retirement and optional plans (TSERS, 401k/403b/457b)
• Campus Recreation and University Bookstore discounts
• And more

Is this position eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements? On-site requirement applies in line with university and state policies.

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