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Job Location:
Little Rock, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Type of Position:
Academic (Non-Classified)
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of ArkansasThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
Horticulture * Associate Professor
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Food Systems and Food Safety Postdoctoral Associate is a full-time position (40 hrs/week) in the Department of Horticulture. This individual will serve as a project leader and collaborate with Dr. Amanda Philyaw Perez on the Local Regional and Safe Foods Team. The successful candidate will provide outreach education and technical assistance to Arkansas farms and food businesses community stakeholders and county extension agents regarding food safety regulation practices audits/inspections value-added product development and supply-chain coordination while also supporting broader food systems development initiatives.This position will play a key role in strengthening resilient food systems infrastructure across Arkansas by supporting local food supply chain coordination value-added processing and home-based food business startup efforts. The Post Doc will assist in developing and implementing training and technical assistance for stakeholders working across the food value chain with an emphasis on small and beginning farms and food businesses and expanding access to local and regional markets.
Job Duties:
Coordinate and host food safety and food system workshops.
Lead implementation of project goals and objectives including day-to-day operations coordination with agencies and reporting.
Support development of resilient food systems infrastructure through technical assistance and stakeholder engagement.
Provide guidance and resources for local food supply chain coordination and value-added product development.
Assist entrepreneurs in navigating regulations and launching home-based food businesses under food freedom frameworks.
Conduct applied research to understand client needs practices challenges and knowledge gain.
Prepare proposals for regional and national conferences related to food safety and food systems.
Contribute to the development of Southern Center add-on curricula for produce safety and value-added startup (e.g. commodity-specific or production-type-specific training).
Support current grants focused on food freedom and cottage food safety fruit and vegetable value-added product development and FSMA Produce Safety Rule grower training.
Develop educational materials web content promotional materials and press releases.
Conduct survey research with clientele and prepare papers for scientific conferences and publication.
Monitor program implementation assist collaborators and county agents and coordinate team activities.
Assist in managing the Local Regional and Safe Foods Team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office data management and email programs.
Strong technical competence in food safety pathogens affecting produce and manufactured foods and specialty crop production.
Ability to develop and deliver high-quality presentations.
Initiative sound judgment and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Responsiveness to the needs of supervisors subordinates and clientele.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Food Science Food Microbiology Public Health Food Safety Horticulture or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage programs.
Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
On-farm or field experience with specialty crop growers or food manufacturing.
Understanding of current issues in the specialty crop industry and food safety.
Certifications in FSMA Produce Safety Rule or Preventive Controls for Human Food.
Experience in grants management and writing.
Proven track record in curriculum development publications presentations and digital outreach.
Note: This position is grant-funded and continued employment is contingent upon securing future funding.
Position will be housed at the Vines 4-H Center 1 4-H Way Little Rock AR.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports CheckThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Driving Hearing Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Pulling Pushing Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Driving Feeling Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Pulling Pushing Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving Grasping Hearing Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Key Skills
- Teacher Coaching
- Public Health
- Google Docs
- Classroom Experience
- Systems Engineering
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Grant Writing
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
