Assistant/Associate Professor of Food Science and Technology

3 weeks ago


Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States New Mexico State University Full time

Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Food Science and Technology

Employee Classification: LC Faculty TT/TN 9m

College/Division: Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences

Department: Family and Consumer Sciences

Search Type: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Salary Rate: Commensurate with education and experience

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt Status: Exempt

Position Summary: We are seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor to establish a comprehensive research and educational program in food science and technology, emphasizing value-added food processing.

Classification Overview: Food Technology involves applying food science principles to the selection, preservation, packaging, processing, distribution, and utilization of safe, nutritious, and wholesome foods.

Key Responsibilities: The faculty member will utilize engineering, biological, and physical sciences to investigate and instruct on the nature, deterioration, processing, and enhancement of food products for consumers.

Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of hire.
  • Documented experience in food processing, bioprocessing, and/or pharmaceuticals.
  • Evidence of research with peer-reviewed publications and scientific abstracts.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with diverse audiences and communicate proficiently in English.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Job Duties:

The selected candidate will be responsible for creating an integrated research and teaching program in food science and technology, focusing on value-added food processing. They will also support student recruitment and retention initiatives while contributing to agricultural and scientific literacy efforts.

The individual will develop outreach programs targeting the food and bioprocessing industry and provide workforce training to stakeholders in the region.

Expected scholarly activities include disseminating research findings in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at scientific conferences, and engaging in outreach that effectively communicates research outcomes to stakeholders.

The candidate will mentor graduate students and design/teach undergraduate and graduate courses relevant to their expertise. Participation in service activities for the department, college, and university is also anticipated.

As a core faculty member of the Center of Excellence in Sustainable Food and Agricultural Systems (CESFAS), the candidate will collaborate on interdisciplinary teams and build relationships with faculty across the college and university.

They are expected to document the impacts of their research, education, and outreach initiatives and promote CESFAS, their departments, colleges, and the university to external stakeholders.

Additionally, the candidate will advocate for programs within the department and college to meet equity, inclusion, and diversity goals, focusing on expanding outreach to nontraditional demographics.

Collaboration and participation in activities supporting the work of CESFAS are also expected.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Post-doctoral research and/or industry experience.
  • Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, mentoring students, and Extension education.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and industry to develop joint research and Extension programs.
  • Documented success in securing extramural funding.

Special Requirements:
*Please include the following with your application:
  • Resume/CV
  • Cover letter
  • Transcript
  • A statement of your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Contact: John Floros

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility:

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Working Conditions:
Environment: Work is typically performed in an office setting.

Physical Effort: Minimal physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: May involve handling average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: Minimal exposure to physical risk.

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