Research Associate
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Olathe
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
Research Associate
Department: 3670053010 K-State Olathe
Job no: 514356
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
Location: Olathe, Kansas
Worksite: Remote eligible (must reside in US)
Categories: Agriculture, Research / Scientific / Grants, Veterinary
Medicine, Food Safety, Food Systems
Pay Grade: 08B
About This Role:
K-State Olathe is looking to fill a Research Associate position.
This position will perform comparative pharmacokinetics modeling
using data from the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank(FARAD)
and relevant physiological and pathophysiology data.
The Research Associate will perform research in Multilevel
Nonlinear Mixed-Effects Modeling and Machine Learning for
Prediction applied to human food safety. As part of the 1DATA
Consortium, a joint research collaboration between K-State Olathe
in Olathe KS, and the College of Veterinary Medicine at the North
Carolina State University (NCSU), in Raleigh, NC, the Research
Associate will perform comparative pharmacokinetics modeling using
data from the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD) and
relevant physiological and pathophysiology data in an
intellectually vibrant environment with ample mentorship.
The primary aim of this joint research collaboration between
K-State and NCSU is to better understand the many factors that
influence the pharma-cometrics of drugs and environmental
contaminants across multiple species, and especially food animal
species, as these estimates can significantly impact the occurrence
of drug residues in our nation's food and ultimately of food safety
importance.
BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS:
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
The Research Associate reports to the co-leaders of 1Data. This is
joint research collaboration between the College of Veterinary
Medicine at the North Carolina State University (NCSU), in Raleigh,
NC, and K-State Olathe in Olathe KS; therefore, the successful
applicant is expected to rotate between both research labs during
the 2-3-year project period.This position will require working in a
team environment. Our research Group across both Universities
provides a stimulating modeling environment by encouraging active
collaborations with scientists trained in biostatistics,
computational biology,bioinformatics, and
pharmacology/toxicology.
Why Join Us:
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits
are available, please visit:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The
university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles
of Community.
Worksite Options:
This position is eligible for remote worksite. Work is performed
fully in a remote capacity. An employee who is working remotely
must reside within the United States in order to comply with all
federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements.
Visit this link for K-State's guidance and policies on remote work
and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required
for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and contact
information for three current professional references.
Application materials must be submitted online to be
considered.
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/careers/
For questions regarding the position, please contact Majid
Jaberi-Douraki, Co-Lead 1Data, at jaberi@ksu.edu(913.307.7310)
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact
Roberta Robinson, Human Capital Manager, at robertar@ksu.edu
(913.307.7316).
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
$23.07 - $28.85/hour ($48,000 - $60,000 annually)
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected
veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Dec 20, 2022 Central Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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