Postdoctoral Associate (Mass Spectrometry-based Plant Metabolomics)

The candidate will conduct research for the University of Minnesota Plant Metabolomics laboratory working on identifying components plant extracts.

(90%) Endophyte Detection

• The candidate will help design and implement laboratory assays of endophytes present in monocotyledonous species.
• This will include selection of appropriate strategies based on current published standards for such measurement techniques, the assembly of the needed apparatus, and the design and implementation of assay protocols in our laboratory.
• The assays will be conducted as part of a team of researchers and so the candidate will be expected to work with and consult with other team members in the selection and design of the assays and to assist others in learning how to perform the assays independently.

(10%) Leadership and Mentoring

• The candidate will attend and participate in regular group lab meetings.
• The candidate will also be expected to supervise and mentor undergraduate researchers and graduate student researchers as needed.

**This position will be required to be in the Twin Cities full time and in person. This position is for a 100% time, 12 month appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant science or related discipline at time of appointment.
• Experience conducting phytochemical extraction and structural analysis.
• Experience with laboratory and field experimental design, along with data collection and statistical analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating QExactive quadrupole-Orbitrap hybrid HRMS and Ultimate 3000 UHPLCs for metabolomics analysis
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with different perspectives.
• Experience using quantitative PCR.

The Plant Metabolomics lab at the University of Minnesota is part of the Department of Horticultural Science in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences. More information about our program can be found at: https://hegemanlab.cfans.umn.edu/ and www.horticulture.umn.edu.

Pay Range: $61,000.00 - $65,000.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

For more information about this position, please contact Adrian Hegeman, Professor of Horticultural Science (ph: 612-626-3650; hegem007@umn.edu).

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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