Kentucky State University
Location
Frankfort, KY | United States
Job description
TITLE: Senior Research Associate: Nutrition and Cancer Research
DEPARTMENT: College of Agriculture, Community and the Sciences
REPORTS TO: Lead Scientist for Nutrition and Cancer Research
EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
Internal Candidates are Encouraged to Apply
PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Research Associate will work in coordination with the Lead Scientist for Nutrition and Cancer Research to plan, manage and supervise experimentation, publication and grant development, and laboratory duties regarding the Center for Nutrition and Cancer Research.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Research Associate, under the leadership of the Lead Scientist, will conduct experimentation and project development in the area of nutrition and cancer research. In addition to experimentation, the associate will manage the day-to-day operations of the lab, oversee ordering of materials and chemicals, conduct routine checks on equipment, and assist in the oversight of graduate students and Assistant Researchers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
OTHER DUTIES: The position will conduct other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters of Science in Food and Nutritional Science or related field and two to five years of work experience in
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform. The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs.
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