Research Post-Doctoral Fellow

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Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Research Post-Doctoral Fellow

Division

Division College of Agriculture

Department

Department Food and Animal Sciences

Number of hours per week

Number of hours per week 37.5

Days to be worked

Months per year

Months per year

Months per year Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

Campus Main Campus

If other location, please indicate Position Number

Position Number 120040

Advertised Salary

Pay Basis Monthly

Job Description

The Department of Food and Animal Sciences, College of Agriculture, Tennessee State University
( TSU ), is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to work as a Research Post-Doctoral Fellow in a USDA funded project in food ingredient science, dietary fiber, and gut microbiome.
This is a one-year, grant-funded position which may be extended depending on the availability of funds.
This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent in food chemistry, polymer science, molecular microbiology, or a related field of study that has equipped the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of food ingredient science, polysaccharide chemistry, dietary fiber, molecular microbiology, in vitro and in vivo evaluation of functional properties of food ingredients, gut microbiome and gut health, and analytical instrumentation is essential for this position.
The candidate must demonstrate excellent oral and written
competencies, interpersonal skills, and willingness to work in multidisciplinary teams. The
position will be stationed in TSU main campus and will involve research activities at other
collaborating institutions as needed. This is a I-year, grant-funded position which may be extended
depending on the availability of funds.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. degree in Food Science Or closely related field Proficiency in designing and conducting microbiological, chemical and animal experiments, and strong writing and oral communication skills.

Open Date

Open Date 11/05/2026

Job Category

Job Category Administrative/Professional

Requisition Number

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

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