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Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Animal Science

Job Description

Posting Number

PG191231PD

Position Number

00110792

Position Type

Post Doc

FLSA

Exempt

Department ID

110701 - Animal Science

Department

110701 - Animal Science

Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties

The mission of the Department of Animal Science is to provide high-quality, relevant education and training for about 750 undergraduate and 120 graduate students to develop new knowledge through research in selected areas to improve the efficiency and sustainability of animal agriculture, biomedical science, and nonagricultural animal management to disseminate relevant research-based knowledge to a varied clientele for problem-solving, enhancing food system.

The Department of Animal Science at NC State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar position. Under Dr. Christian Maltecca’s guidance, this position will investigate the biological mechanisms of heat stress in pigs through multi-omics data integration.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:
  • Conducting collaborative scientific research
  • Writing journal paper publications and presenting research at scientific conferences
  • Contributing to the training of graduate/undergraduate students
  • Contributing to grant applications
  • Participating in career development workshops and activities

Other Work/Responsibilities

n/a

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Work schedule may vary to include weekends and/or evening hours.

Department Required Skills

  • Ph.D. in quantitative genetics, animal breeding and genetics, or a related field
  • Ability to work collaboratively with excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in genomic data analysis (e.g., variant calling, genotype imputation, GWAS, genomic prediction)
  • Proficiency in programming (R, Python, Julia, or other)

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

  • Strong background in statistics

Required License or Certification

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$52,000

Job Open Date

05/02/2024

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/201156

AA/EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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