Post Doctoral Research Associate Fermentation/Molecular Biology

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s (UMES) Department of Agriculture, Food, and Resource Sciences seeks applications and nominations for the Post-Doctoral Position in Fermentation/Molecular Microbiology. This position is a non-tenured track faculty, two-year, grant-funded appointment with possible extension contingent on the grant fund availability and performance. The anticipated starting date for this position is fall 2026. The department offers B.S. degrees in General Agriculture with several concentrations, an Agribusiness Management, an M.S., and a Ph.D. in Food and Agricultural Sciences. The department is actively engaged in teaching, research, and extension, and has many faculty and staff members with split appointments between UMES Extension and the UMES Agriculture Experiment Station. This position will have research and service responsibilities. Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays paid leave, annual leave 22 days per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year. University Information: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a 1890 Land-Grant University in Maryland, located in a rural setting on the Delmarva Peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. The major metropolitan areas of Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD, and Philadelphia, PA, are within easy travel distance. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will work in a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) laboratory and conduct research in the areas of alcohol fermentation, fermentation microbiology, molecular microbiology, and antimicrobial resistance. The responsibilities for this position are: •Develop research protocols and conduct field trips for sample collection and procurement. •Perform laboratory basic, molecular microbiological analysis, and data analysis using statistical software such as SAS. •Prepare scientific manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. •Prepare posters and oral presentations for scientific conferences. •Assist in other research projects and departmental activities. •Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: •PhD. in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field. •Enthusiasm for conducting research in the field as well as in the lab. •Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferences: •Prior experience in fermentation-related work and Lactobacillus spp. Handling. •Previous working experience in a BSL 2 facility. Physical Demands: •May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk. •May require lifting up to 25 lbs. •Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. •Requires operation of a variety of office equipment. Additional Information Required Application Materials: Qualified candidates must submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement of research experience and interests, unofficial transcripts, and the names of three current professional references (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent), including e-mail address and telephone number. All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to accept employment in the United States without Employer Immigration sponsorship. Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Department UMES-AGNS-Agriculture Operations Worker Sub-Type Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term) Salary Range $60,000 - $65,000 EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Diversity Statement The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation. Title IX Statement It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment. Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website! The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Human Resources Our Human Resources office is committed to supporting the mission of University of Maryland Eastern Shore by recruiting, developing, and retaining talented employees. Learn more Contact Us If you have questions, please call the Office of Human Resources at (410) 651-6400.

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000