The Kansas State University Department of Grain and Food Science is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral position focused on Mass Spectrometry and Analytical Chemistry.

About This Role

The successful candidate will conduct laboratory experiments using a range of spectroscopy, chromatography, and mass spectrometry techniques. The work will involve profiling the chemical structures of carbohydrates, lipids, and metabolites, and investigating their functional and nutritional properties.

About Us

The department is committed to providing high-quality education, advancing innovation in grain and food science research, and building strong industry partnerships to meet the evolving needs of global food systems.

Our faculty includes several current and former Grain and Food Science members who are ranked among the world’s top 2% of researchers in a 2020 Stanford University study.

For more than 110 years, Kansas State University has been a global leader in flour milling and industry-focused education. Since 1951, it has remained one of the few institutions worldwide to offer four-year bachelor’s degrees in Bakery Science and Management, Feed and Pet Food Science, Food Science, and Milling Science and Management.

Our internationally recognized graduate program also provides a wide range of opportunities for both applied and fundamental research, leading to master’s and doctoral degrees in grain science, food science, and related fields.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities to residents of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. Degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, food chemistry, biochemistry, polymer science, pharmacology, or a relevant discipline. The degree requirement is necessary to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including clear proficiency in English.
• Highly motivated with the ability to conduct research independently.
• Strong background in mass spectrometry and analytical chemistry.
• At least two years of relevant research experience.

Additional Role Information:

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents: Please submit the following documents:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume or CV
3. Contact information for three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: May 13, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$47,476 to $60,000