Postdoctoral Associate

This position is primarily engaged in research.
The candidate must hold a doctoral degree from an acceptable accredited institution in the field of specialization or closely related discipline at time of hire. Have demonstrated ability to carry out individual or group research at the advanced level; and have training in research procedures; and have experience and specialized training necessary to develop and interpret data required for success in research projects. This appointment is term-limited and reappointments are based on performance and funding.

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is seeking a 12-month, non-tenure earning, Postdoctoral Associate of any area of science with data science experience.  This position will report to Stuart Chalk, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Position responsibilities include i) lead developer of the core Python application, ii) major contributor to the project ecosystem design and implementation, iii) coordinator of working groups, and iv) major contributor to project presentations and publications. 

Anticipated Start Date:  The position is expected to begin on January 1, 2025. 

Working Hours:  Varies

Supervision Exercised: Yes

About the Department: The UNF Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers chemistry baccalaureate degrees with concentrations in General Chemistry, Pre-medical Professions, and Material Science and a Biochemistry baccalaureate degree.

For more information about the department of Chemistry & Biochemistry visit: https://www.unf.edu/coas/chemistry/

Required Qualifications:

 Ph.D. in the hiring department’s discipline or closely related field plus data science experience.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills: 

Expertise in Python programming, GitHub repository management and Docker containerization is essential. Research data management experience highly desirable. Organizational and time management skills highly desirable.

Required Licensure:

N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents and information:

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024.

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information.

 

Questions may be directed to Dr. Stuart Chalk, Schalk@unf.edu.

Department

Chemistry & Biochemistry

Compensation

Negotiable

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Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

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.