Part-time Research Associate (temporary)

Brigham Young University

Base: $28.25 to $36.25 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
Part-time (20 hours per week)
Metabolomics sample preparation and extraction
Operation of gc-ms and lc-ms instrumentation
Metabolomics data analysis platforms
Brigham Young University is seeking a temporary part-time Research Associate in the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in metabolomics, with responsibilities including experimental design, sample processing, and data analysis

Job Summary

  • Brigham Young University is devoted to its faith and students, providing a unique mission deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ with a culture of belonging and opportunities for growth.
  • The part-time Research Associate will support metabolomics research projects by designing experiments, preparing samples, operating analytical instruments, and collaborating with faculty and graduate researchers.
  • This position offers benefits including employee assistance programs, free on-campus parking, a free UTA pass, discounts at the BYU Store, and pay ranging from $28.25 to $36.25 per hour.

Matching Summary

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Brigham Young University is seeking a temporary part-time Research Associate in the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in metabolomics, with responsibilities including experimental design, sample processing, and data analysis.

Salary

Base: $28.25 to $36.25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Employee assistance program, free parking, free UTA pass, discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Metabolomics sample preparation and extraction
  • Operation of GC-MS and LC-MS instrumentation
  • Metabolomics data analysis platforms
  • Analytical method development and validation
  • Chromatographic compound isolation and purification
  • Statistical analysis for metabolomics

Nice-to-have

  • Postdoctoral research experience
  • Experience with NMR spectroscopy
  • Lipidomics workflows knowledge
  • Proficiency in R, Python, or MATLAB
  • Stable isotope tracing and fluxomics
  • Mentoring research students

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biochemistry or related field
  • Commitment to BYU mission
  • Experience with metabolomics sample preparation
  • Proficiency in GC-MS and/or LC-MS operation
  • Familiarity with metabolomics data analysis tools
  • Strong communication skills

Work Rights

Must be a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worthy to hold a current temple recommend

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