Postdoctoral Associate for Food and Animal Sciences

Postdoctoral Associate for Food and Animal Sciences

Salary

$53,700.00 - $64,400.00 Annually

Location

Normal

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202300900

Department

Food & Animal Sciences

Opening Date

11/02/2026

• Description
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Description

Summary:

This is a 12-month, fixed-term position supported by the USDA-NIFA Evans-Allen project, Mechanistic Analysis of ATP-Citrate Lyase Control Domains for Regulation of Lipid Biosynthesis.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research focused on elucidating the molecular mechanisms regulating ATP-citrate lyase in Yarrowia lipolytica through genome engineering, enzymology, lipid metabolism studies, and computational structural analysis. The position reports directly to the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Associate will contribute directly to the projects key deliverables, including generation of peer-reviewed publications, annual Evans-Allen progress reports, and development of preliminary data to support future competitive external funding proposals.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements (including years of experience, certifications, licenses, etc.):

• Ph.D. in Food Science or related discipline
• Entry level (0-1 year)

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

Knowledge: Biochemistry and molecular biology of lipids. Knowledge of enzymology and CRISPR is preferred.

Skills: Microbial cultivation, molecular biology techniques (e.g., genetic manipulations). Enzyme purification. Analytical techniques (e.g., thin-layer chromatography, gas chromatography). Scientific writing (e.g., manuscripts, proposals)

Abilities: Ability to work independently, design and perform experiments, analyze and evaluate experimental data.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at http://www.aamu.edu/hr

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Do you have a Ph.D. in Food Science or related discipline?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have 0-3 years of lab experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Address 449 Buchanan Way

Normal, Alabama, 35762

Phone 256-372-5835

Website www.aamu.edu