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Assistant Professor - Food, Bioprocess & Nutrition Science

Employer
NC State University
Location
Raleigh, NC
Closing date
Oct 21, 2021
*Posting Number:*PG191261EP
*Internal Recruitment :*No
*Working Title:*Assistant Professor - Food, Bioprocess & Nutrition Science
*Anticipated Hiring Range:*Commensurate with Experience
*Work Schedule:*Monday - Friday , 8am-5pm
*Job Location:*Raleigh, NC
*Department :* Food, Bioprocess & Nutrition Science
*About the Department:*The Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences (FBNS) is a team of scientists. researchers, and teachers committed to guiding the undergraduate and graduate education of students preparing for professional and technical careers in Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences. As a department, FBNS identifies, develops, and applies the appropriate concepts, theories. and emerging methodologies from the fundamental disciplines of chemistry, engineering, microbiology, food and bioprocessing. nutrition, and sensory science, to the investigation of critical issues in food & biological systems, components, products, and processes.
*Essential Job Duties:*The Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences seeks a highly-qualified candidate for an Assistant Professor position in the area of Food Systems Sustainability. This will be a tenure-track position with an 80% research and 20% teaching appointment. The incumbent will be expected to develop an internationally recognized, multidisciplinary, externally-funded research program in the area of food systems waste and/or sustainability that involves aspects of processing, microbiology, chemistry, and engineering. This includes an expectation to train graduate and undergraduate students via research and internship experiences.

*Research and teaching could include areas such as, but not limited to: *

* Recycling, repurposing, recovery, and commercialization of value-added components in plant, animal, or fermentation-based food waste streams to contribute to a circular economy.
* Food-related wastewater quality, wastewater reuse, and minimization of industrial water use.
* Food packaging, biosensor/remote sensing, or omics solutions to prevent, identify, or minimize waste.
* Food processing solutions to minimize material inputs, waste and energy use.
* The use of machine learning or artificial intelligence to maximize efficiency in food processing and storage across the food supply chain via process control, traceability or other means.

Collaborations with departments and programs within College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), College of Natural Resources (CNR), and College of Engineering (COE), such as the Plants for Human Health Institute, the North Carolina Food Innovation Lab, the Center for Advanced Processing and Packaging Studies, The Center for Human Health and the Environment, as well as public- and private-sector stakeholders are encouraged. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in service to the department, college, university, and profession through participation in committees or task forces. The incumbent will be expected to develop and teach at least one graduate and/or undergraduate level course per year in the area of sustainable food systems and deliver guest lectures in the food science curriculum. The position is also expected to serve on department/college committees.

NC State is diverse because it is a community of individuals from varied backgrounds and demographic categories; it encourages, accepts and values a diversity of people and ideas; it seeks to promote an environment where equity, respect and understanding represent the norm in the campus climate; and, it seeks to prepare entrepreneurs who are effective citizens of a global community.

We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their experience, research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. *Other Responsibilities:*Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.
*Minimum Education and Experience:*
* Ph.D. in Food Science, Biochemistry, Biological or Agricultural Engineering, or related discipline.
*Other Required Qualifications:*
* Demonstrate competencies in oral and written communications as well as interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and evidence of student or staff mentoring.
*Preferred Qualifications:*
* Post-doctoral and/or industry experience.
* Expertise in omics technologies and or data science.
* Experience in processing.
* Evidence of collaboration with food scientists and other stakeholders.
*Required License(s) or Certification(s):*N/A
*Valid NC Driver's License required:*No
*Commercial Driver's License required:*No
*Job Open Date:*10/05/2021
*Anticipated Close Date:*Open until filled.
*Special Instructions to Applicants:*Please attach a Cover Letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Also, please provide a one-page statement of research plan, and a one-page statement of teaching philosophy and proposed course titles.

Applicants are also encouraged to submit optional academic transcripts (undergraduate & graduate). *Please note that finalists for this position will be required to submit transcripts.*
*Position Number:*00108835
*Position Type:*Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
*Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):*1.0
*Appointment:*9 Month Recurring
*Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:*Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
*Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:*Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
*Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?:*No
*Department ID:*111101 - Food,Bioprocess & Nutrition Sc
*AA/EEO:*NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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