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Supervisory Research Nutritionist/Research Physiologist/Research Chemist (Research Leader)
GS-0630/0413/1320-14/15
$97,781 - $140,355 per annum The USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), at the Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is seeking a permanent, full-time, Supervisory Research Scientist and Research Leader for the Micronutrient Absorption and Metabolism Research Unit. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting independent research and leading a multidisciplinary research unit focused on the role of foods in maintaining a healthy body weight and preventing chronic disease (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis). The incumbent plans, implements, and reports the results of research on the impact of bioactive components of foods on metabolic endpoints related to physiologic, immune and/or cognitive function, and/or risks of obesity, non-insulin dependent diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and/or cancer. The incumbent plans, implements and reports the results of research designed to elucidate the specific nutritional/health values of foods, particularly those produced in the Northern Plains.
A comprehensive benefits package includes paid sick leave and annual leave, life and health insurance, a savings and investment plan (401K type), and a Federal retirement plan. For more information on the research program and/or position, please contact, Isela Losek at (701) 795-8370. Complete information and application procedures may be obtained at http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/divisions/hrd/vacancy/VAC2.HTM . To have a printed copy of the vacancy announcement mailed to you, call (701) 795-8370. Send applications to: USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Human Resources Division, Attn: Keli A. Martin, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Stop 5106, Beltsville, MD 20705-5106, Fax: (301) 504-1535; e-mail: scirecruit@ars.usda.gov. Applications must be marked ARS-X8W-0249 and postmarked by September 25, 2008. U.S. Citizenship is required and must be verified prior to entrance on duty.
USDA/ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.
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