AllDiverse - Higher Education Jobs | Post Doctoral Associate at University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida

Apply Now

University of North Florida
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
Posting Date: 07/20/2023
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	Post Doctoral Associate
Position Number	315901
Requisition Number	B08196
Position Type	Faculty 11-12 Months
Class Code
Time-limited through	One year with possibility of extension
Type of Appointment	Full-Time, Non-Tenure-Track
Faculty Position Sub-Type	Research
Length of Appointment	12 months
Internal Recruitment?	No
Working Hours	Varies
Department	Biology
Organization	COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Division	Academic Affairs - DIV
College	College of Arts and Sciences
Approved Hiring Salary Range	Negotiable
Pay Basis	Annually
Equal Opportunity	In 2018, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the 80 HEED institutions and was also recognized as a 2018 Diversity Champion. The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who complains of discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of University Regulation.
Carnegie	UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives	The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
General Description / Primary Purpose	The candidate will be involved in research projects related to microbiology including drug resistance, probiotics, & renewable resources. A background in nanotechnology, molecular biology or bioinformatics is a plus.

Essential Duties

Job Function	The candidate will be involved in research projects related to microbiology including drug resistance, probiotics, & renewable resources. The essential functions will also include but are not limited to: Performing experiments with bacterial cell culture, synthesis, and optimization of different types of nanoformulation for drug delivery. Follow lab safety trainings and equipment maintenance. Cultivation of bacterial biofilms on 3D scaffolds to evaluate nanodrug effectiveness. Performing experiments, assisting students with laboratory protocols and microbiology lab teaching. NOTE: The initial appointment for this time-limited position is one year with the possibility of renewal based on funding and satisfactory progress
Percentage Of Time	100

Job Function

The candidate will be involved in research projects related to microbiology including drug resistance, probiotics, & renewable resources. The essential functions will also include but are not limited to:

Performing experiments with bacterial cell culture, synthesis, and optimization of different types of nanoformulation for drug delivery. Follow lab safety trainings and equipment maintenance.
Cultivation of bacterial biofilms on 3D scaffolds to evaluate nanodrug effectiveness.
Performing experiments, assisting students with laboratory protocols and microbiology lab teaching.

NOTE: The initial appointment for this time-limited position is one year with the possibility of renewal based on funding and satisfactory progress

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Detail Information

Marginal Functions
Required Qualifications
Faculty Position Required Qualifications	PhD or equivalent degree in microbiology or related disciplines including biomedical & material sciences in addition to medical or pharmaceutical drug delivery
Departmental Requirements	Research experience in the field of microbiology Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of independent research thoughts along with good writing and instructional skills Strong background in most types of microscopes relevant to biology including material science and engineering is a plus Can work independently in lab, teach a team, and help generate manuscripts, publishable in peer-reviewed journals in addition to grant proposal submissions and related administrative tasks. Good Scientific writing and publishing skills. The successful candidate must keep up to date with the advance detection methods and microscopy.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition	Background Check: This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check. Foreign Influence Review: Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses Responsible Employee: The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Required Licensure or Certification	n/a
Machines/Equipment used regularly	N/A
Anticipated Start Date	09/02/2022
Job Posting Date	07/17/2023
Application Review Date
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Point of Contact Information	Dr. Alya Limayem, 904-620-2830
Hiring Official	Dr. Alya Limayem
Location if not Jacksonville	N/A
Special Instructions	Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. References will be contacted at the Campus Interview stage. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Alya Limayem at (904) 620-2830, or alya.limayem@unf.edu. Initial review of applications will begin on January 10, 2023.
Quicklink	https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/22335