Research Scientist - (2958963)

Research Scientist

Job ID2958963

Business UnitNorth Dakota State University

Location

Fargo

Posted04/28/2026

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

DepartmentChemistry and Biochemistry

Close DateOpen Until Filled

Position Information

Description & Details: This position will hire a Ph.D. scientist to participate in experimental design, student mentoring and supervision, grant and manuscript preparation, and independent grant submission. This position provides benefit to NDSU because it facilitates biomedical research productivity on NIH funded research. It also provides additional funding efforts and manuscript preparation and submissions. This will raise the research profile of NDSU. Further, this position will bring additional important structure biology, biophysics, and biochemical expertise to NDSU. It is important for continuing the research excellence in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 40 hours

Hiring Range: $75,000-120,000

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. and minimum of 5 years of experience in biophysics, structure biology, and biochemistry.

5+ years in protein expression and purification.

5+ years in structure biology techniques, such as X-ray crystallography and CryoEM.

5+ years in characterizing protein: protein interactions

Experience with cellular assays

Demonstrated ability to submit scientific publications

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Membrane proteins

Demonstrated independent success in grant writing

Experience with proteins involved in iron import cell surface signaling in bacteria

Experience with protein involved in autophagy

Core Competencies:

Applicant Materials Required:

Cover letter and CV

Screening will begin: 5/26/26

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NDSU OFFERS OUTSTANDING BENEFITS!

Join a workplace that invests in your well-being, your future, and your success.

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health & Wellness

100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for single and family coverage

Choice of PPO/Basic or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA

Coverage begins the first of the month after your hire date

Wellness incentives for healthy lifestyle participation

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Employer retirement contributions ranging from 7.5% up to an impressive 12.26%, depending on position

(One of the strongest retirement packages in the region!) - Your future is a priority, and it shows.

Time Away & Support

Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support

Supportive work-life balance

Education Benefits That Grow With You

Tuition waivers for employees (up to three classes per calendar year)

50% tuition waiver for spouse/partner and dependents

Additional Optional Benefits

Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Care

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)

Supplemental Retirement Plans

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