Koehler-Ayres Professor of Food Processing: Sustainable Food Manufacturing Systems
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Posting Number F2151P Working Title Koehler-Ayres Professor of Food Processing: Sustainable Food Manufacturing Systems Department CAES-Food Science & Technology About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About The College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia’s Griffin Campus is located 40 miles south of Atlanta city center and 35 miles from Atlanta International Airport. The University of Georgia is a land-grant/sea-grant university, is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 edition of America’s Best Colleges. The university is recognized as a research-intensive and community-engaged institution by the Carnegie Foundation. The Department of Food Science and Technology ( http://www.foodscience.caes.uga.edu/ ) is a unit of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 07/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/11/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must send: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of research scholarship/interests articulating your plans and vision that will complement the current FST faculty (maximum two pages), (4) an Extension/outreach statement that will complement the existing FST Extension programs (maximum one page), and (5) names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four professional references that the search committee may contact. Inquiries about this position should be directed to Dr. Kevin Mis Solval (kmissolval@uga.edu). The selected candidate will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with UGA. Review of applications will begin December 6, 2024, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
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Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenured Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in food, agricultural, bioprocess, chemical engineering, or related field is required.
Position Summary
The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) at the University of Georgia (UGA) is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to develop a Research and Extension program in food process engineering. We are recruiting for the Koehler-Ayres Professorship in Food Engineering, and the holder must be an internationally recognized scientist with an established record of published research and scholarship. The successful candidate will be a 9-month, full-time, fully tenured professor (75% Research, 20% Extension, 5% Service) with an exemplary research and extension portfolio that inspire new and existing collaborations . The successful applicant will be a leading expert in sustainable food manufacturing systems sustainability research. Their research focus should be complementary but distinct from the research conducted by our current faculty.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally funded Research and Extension program and establish an internationally recognized program in sustainable food and beverage manufacturing relevant to the local, national, and international food industry sector. Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to): (1) obtaining extramural funds to support Research and Extension programs, (2) establishing a strong record of scholarly activity and peer-reviewed publications, (3) directing graduate (PhD and MS degree) students and postdoctoral associates, and (4) developing an Extension program to complement the Food Product Innovation & Commercialization Center (FoodPIC) and existing Extension programs within FST. The candidate will be expected to actively participate in service activities in FST, CAES, and UGA including global programs. The University of Georgia recognizes and supports interdisciplinary programs. As such, the incumbent will be encouraged to collaborate with other faculty members across the Colleges of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Engineering, and Family and Consumer Sciences as well as other colleges.
Additional Requirements
Appointment, Promotion, & Tenure of Academic Rank Faculty can be found here: https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/appointment-promotion-tenure-guidelines-academic-rank-faculty.pdf .
Discipline-specific criteria and procedures for promotion and tenure can be found at: https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/ptu-criteria-food-science-technology.pdf .
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Expertise in novel food processing technologies including packaging and food engineering, ingredient functionality, food formulation and the ability to integrate aforementioned expertise into a holistic food, ingredient and system design is preferred.
We particularly seek candidates whose research is comprehensive, collaborative and who apply systems approaches to address sustainability and profitability challenges in areas such as the circular economy; energy-efficient processing; resource-efficient processing; smart and edible packaging; sustainable preservation; alternative proteins; green extraction technologies; urban agriculture; food waste minimization, recovery, and upcycling; life-cycle and techno-economic analysis; intelligent supply chain and distribution systems; sustainable intensification of food production and processing; strategies to mitigate the environmental footprint in the food supply chain; food waste utilization and upcycling; or value-added food products manufacturing at an affordable price.
The candidate must demonstrate a track record of a highly successful extramurally funded research and extension program, excellent oral and written communication competencies, interpersonal skills, and willingness to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
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• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Research Portfolio/Philosophy
• Public Svc/Extension Philosophy
• List of References with Contact Information
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