Postdoctoral Researcher in Food Systems

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Loyola University Full time
Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join our Food Systems and Sustainable Agriculture (FSSA) focus area at Loyola University Chicago. The successful candidate will contribute to our interdisciplinary research team, working closely with community partners to develop innovative solutions for food justice and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with community partners to design and implement research projects that address food justice and sustainability challenges.
  • Conduct research using participatory, community-engaged, and decolonizing methodologies to inform policy and practice.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and researchers to ensure effective knowledge translation and exchange.
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposals and research grants to support community-identified research priorities.
  • Present research findings to diverse audiences, including community members, policymakers, and researchers.
Requirements
  • PhD in a relevant field, such as food systems, sustainable agriculture, or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in community-engaged research, participatory methodologies, and decolonizing approaches.
  • Strong research skills, including research design, data collection, data analysis, and knowledge translation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Lived experience in and commitment to the communities with whom we partner in research.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare research products tailored to practitioners, community members, and policymakers.
  • Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research.
  • Fluency in Spanish or other languages in addition to English.
What We Offer

Loyola University Chicago offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to create a work environment that values and respects the contributions of all employees.



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