Evaluation of the effects of exposure to oil pollutants on the sensory functions of the population and on the sensory profile of typical and non-typical agri-food products from Basilicata

Position: Post-doctoral research appointment Institute: Uni. Basilicata
Posted on: 19/03/2026 Deadline: 22/04/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

07/AGRI-07 - Food Science And Technology

Description

The research programme involves a multidisciplinary study that integrates environmental monitoring with health surveillance, focusing on areas at greatest risk, such as Val d'Agri, Valle del Sauro and the Sites of National Interest (SIN) of Tito and Val Basento. In particular, this project proposal focuses on the analysis of sensory alterations as indicators of environmental toxicity. The objective is divided into two parts: on the one hand, the assessment of the effects of exposure to pollutants derived from oil extraction, in particular heavy metals, on the sensory functions of thepopulation and, on the other hand, the assessment of the potential effect of pollutants (at levels below the permitted limits) on the sensory profile of typical and non-typical agri-food products from Basilicata.

Compensation

28,457 Euro

Job posting website

https://service.unibas.it/documenti/show_document_db1.asp?tipo=12

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Università degli Studi della Basilicata

How to apply

Other

Selection process

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Evaluation of qualificationsInterview on:a) discussion on submitted qualifications and publicationsb) assessment of skills and knowledge in the field of:- analysis and quality evaluation of food products;- particular expertise in sensory analysis, data collection, sampling, and statistical data processing.The interview will be held in Italian Admission requirements:- PhD or equivalent degree obtained abroad;- Scientific and professional CV suitable for the postdoctoral positionOther relevant qualificationsa) Educational background- PhD in SSD AGRI-07/A, with particular reference to new product development and sensory analysis- Any other qualifications: master's degrees, advanced courses, academic awards, research prizes in the scientific field of reference SSD AGRI-07/A- Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science and Technologyb) Research activities in the scientific field relevant to the position, participation in research projects, participation in conferences, collaboration in activities related to the third mission (public engagement and technology transfer) and significant work experience relevant to the activities covered by the position.c) Scientific publications in the field of SSD AGRI-07/AEnglish languageForeign candidates must have adequate knowledge of Italian language

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