About the position
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Research Scientist to
lead the selection, development, and application of innovative
biological methods to evaluate the efficacy of natural products. In
this role, the responsibility will be to design and implement
bioassays, drive groundbreaking microbial research, and contribute
significantly to scientific publications and funding reports.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Efficacy Screening: Select, develop, and apply tailored
biological assays to identify phytochemicals exhibiting promising
antibacterial and antifungal efficacy.
- Safety & Efficacy Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive
safety evaluations of natural products, collaborating with NCNPR
scientists to differentiate and isolate potential safety concerns
from promising antimicrobial leads.
- Scientific Communication: Author peer-reviewed
scientific publications, write detailed progress reports for
funding agencies, and present research findings.
- Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams
within the Center to advance natural products research and execute
related duties as required.
Job Responsibilities:
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Ph.D. in Microbiology, or a closely related
discipline.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral research
experience with a strong primary emphasis on the antibacterial,
antifungal effects of natural products.
- Technical Expertise: Demonstrated hands-on expertise in:
- Developing, validating, and setting up tailored biological
assays to address the efficacy of phytochemicals.
- Integrating analytical data with antimicrobial and antifungal
profiles (experience preferred).
- Utilizing advanced microbiology techniques.
- Toxicology & Phytochemistry Knowledge: A deep
understanding of complex mixtures and the identification of active
compounds in botanical extracts is required.
Education Qualifications:
PhD: Microbiology (Required)
Experience:
Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an
interview must notify the Department of Equal
Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable
accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
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status.
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appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history
check.
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