Asst / Assoc Professor, Seafood Qual/Eng/Safety

Job title:

Asst / Assoc Professor, Seafood Qual/Eng/Safety

Company

Virginia Government

Job description

Agriculture / Life Science, Research / ScientificSearch by job title, location, department, category, etc.Search Jobs Near MeAsst / Assoc Professor, Seafood Qual/Eng/Safety

• 531778

• Hampton, Virginia, United States

• Virginia Seafood AREC

• Agriculture / Life Science
• Research / Scientific

• Teaching & Research Faculty

• Virginia Tech

Job DescriptionThe College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Virginia Tech is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a faculty position with a focus on seafood quality, safety, sensory, and engineering. The position will be located at the Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center (VSAREC) (https://www.arec.vaes.vt.edu/arec/virginia-seafood.html), Hampton, Virginia, with tenure home in the Department of Food Science and Technology (www.fst.vt.edu), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia. This is a 9-month tenure-track position with 45% Research, 45% Extension, and 10% teaching appointment.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to cocreate a pre-eminent extension and research program on seafood quality, safety, engineering, and security in seafood and related products. This position will assist fisheries professionals, processors, wholesalers, and retail establishments to improve product quality, safety, nutritional aspects, and value; And serve as a key resource for national food safety/security efforts and regulatory requirements under the USDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The successful candidate will work closely with VSAREC faculty and staff, faculty across ARECS, and campus faculty in CALS and other colleges at Virginia Tech. This position will support the University’s Global Systems Science Destination area; the CALS Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture and Controlled Environmental Agriculture Innovation Centers; and create and support critical links between faculty and programs distributed across AREC’s, CALS units, and the University.The position is expected to develop and conduct outreach and educational programs for stakeholders, including producers, educators, processors, consumers, regulatory agencies, and other decision-makers. The individual will be expected to develop and establish nationally and internationally recognized research and extension programs and obtain extramural funding from various sources with an emphasis on competitive and industry funding. Potential research areas may include (but are not limited to) seafood quality, safety, engineering, and cellular agriculture, as well as optimization of value-added and shelf-life applications related to seafood products. Supporting the Universities’ Global Systems Science Destination Area, this position will also focus on the transdisciplinary study of the dynamic interplay among natural and social systems. Faculty working in this area collaborate toward transdisciplinary solutions to critical social problems emerging from human activity and environmental change. Linkages with other faculty within and outside the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are highly encouraged. The successful candidate will also contribute to graduate education. Qualified candidates will demonstrate the ability to recruit and mentor graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) and undergraduate students and be committed to professional service.Required QualificationsPh.D. in Food Science or related field, and experience in microbiology, chemistry, quality control, or processing of fish, shellfish, and related food products. Demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding is highly desired. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated ability for and commitment to quality student education, demonstrated publication record, and ability to develop and conduct scholarly research, both independently and collaboratively. They will create a collegial and diverse environment with key stakeholders and the university. Applicants from diverse and international backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be able to work legally in the U.S.Preferred QualificationsWhile a strong background in seafood food safety is fundamental. Additional experience in food engineering, cellular agriculture, innovation for shelf-life extension as well as shipping, tracking, and ID of fresh/processed/packaged products are also desirable, but not required. Experience on teams addressing seafood quality, safety, and security issues is also helpful, as is demonstrated experience with interdisciplinary teaching or research in areas that align with Virginia Tech’s university-wide, multi-disciplinary focus on Virginia Tech’s Global Systems Science Destination area.Appointment TypeRegularSalary InformationSalary will be commensurate with the qualifications of the applicant.Review DateJanuary 6, 2025Additional InformationApplications will be reviewed beginning January 6th, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The position start date is August 2025. Inquiries concerning the position or application process should be directed to the search committee chair, Jonathan van Senten, jonat86@vt.eduAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Qualified people are requested to submit all application materials electronically to: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/.● Letter of application summarizing qualifications relevant to the position description
● Resume, including a complete list of publications with citations
● Research and Extension interests, goals, and vision
● List of 3-4 references with contact information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jonathan van Senten at jonat86@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity EmployerSign up for job alertsFirst Name (required) 6f9d15cfLast Name (required) 72671f18Email (required) 56d4e3f6Who would you like to share this job with? c88ae1f4Categories 8f54381f Categories 2814843cLocations ca99ac77 Locations d9d3cf15Agency 4fbf873f Agency c532d3aaSend Please wait… DoneThank youShare this jobFirst Name (required) fd987bd6Last Name (required) ccb50ebeEmail (required) 4ca1c956Who would you like to share this job with? a636d1caShare Please wait… DoneThank you for sharing this jobSimilar JobsWHY VADOC? WHY NOT? Job stability. We are a learning organization providing career advancement and professional development opportunities for all staff. Start your day ready to make a difference and end it knowing you did! This is an hourly p…WHY VADOC? WHY NOT? Job stability, 13 paid state holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, personal leave and military leave incentive. Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Affordable health benefits, VRS retirement benefits, VA 457 De…WHY VADOC? WHY NOT? Job stability, 13 paid state holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, personal leave and military leave incentive. Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Affordable health benefits, VRS retirement benefits, VA 457 De…WHY VADOC? WHY NOT? Job stability, 13 paid state holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, personal leave and military leave incentive. Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Affordable health benefits, VRS retirement benefits, VA 457 De…The Criscione Lab at the Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Virginia Beach, VA, is seeking an ambitious applicant who is eager to learn and is passionate about applying the scientific method in horticultural studies. This …WHY VADOC? WHY NOT? Job stability, 13 paid state holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, personal leave and military leave incentive. Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Affordable health benefits, VRS retirement benefits, VA 457 De…Apply NowFirst Name (required) f559f25fLast Name (required) fe121ea5Email (required) 61047d7bApply Please wait… DoneThank you×Before You Go…Would You Like To Sign Up For Job Alerts?First Name (required) 6e58cbf3Last Name (required) f07cc8e6Email (required) 4655a1e1Who would you like to share this job with? 7902b451Categories 4802e04c Categories 6a4564caLocations 3480d2c6 Locations 8515601fAgency e3adeed6 Agency e3ba3014Send Please wait… DoneThank youClose×This website uses cookies.“Cookies” are small files either stored on a server or sent back to a visiting computer. In certain applications user information is stored as cookies, which are then sent back to and stored on the user’s computer. Some sections of the website use cookies to customize the information presented to you. Cookies are also used to aggregate site usage information to help us improve our users’ experience.Please see our .I do not accept I acceptThe Commonwealth of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of the Commonwealth of Virginia to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Virginia uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. To check your current eligibility .If you need accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Office of the hiring agency directly for more information.For technical questions, please complete and submit . For job related questions, please contact the agency contact on the job posting.

Expected salary

Location

Hampton, VA

Job date

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:55:08 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (hiring-jobs.com) you saw this job posting.