Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plasma Chemistry, BIopolymer Modification, and Protein Chemistry

Closing Date

01/31/2026

Researchers

No

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

No

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Rice/Grain Processing Technology

The Department of Food Science at the University of Arkansas is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the Novel Ingredient Processing and Utilization Lab. The lab is well‑equipped with plasma and ultrasound technologies, as well as analytical facilities. The research areas are primarily focused on the extraction and modification of food proteins, chemical food safety, such as pesticide and PFAS degradation, and the modification of biopolymers for packaging films.

• Research on protein modification and plasma catalysis. Analyze results and prepare reports.
• Lead manuscript writing, summaries, and present findings at scientific and stakeholder events.
• Seek new funding to expand research scope and impact.
• Guide students in data analysis, troubleshooting, and writing.

• Ph.D. degree in Chemical/Food Engineering or a closely related field.
• Must have knowledge of protein synthesis and protein chemistry.
• Knowledge of plasma catalysis and electrochemistry is preferred.
• Experience in biopolymer modification for functional films or food products.
• Experience in protein hydrolysis and the utilization of hydrolysates as functional ingredients.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics‑based computational modeling.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in HPLC, GC‑MS, LC‑MS, FTIR, and NMR.
• Excellent writing ability, with some experience in statistical analysis, process modeling, manuscript and technical report writing, and grantsmanship.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills are expected.
• Project management skills are preferred.

Commensurate with education and experience

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Mahfuzur Rahman, Assistant Professor, mahfuz

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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