Post Doc Fellow

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate; not specified; yes
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Food safety regulation
Food systems development initiatives
Stakeholder engagement
** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead projects in food systems and food safety within the Department of Horticulture. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders to enhance food safety practices and develop resilient food systems, specifically targeting local farms and food businesses. **

Job Summary

  • The Food Systems and Food Safety Postdoctoral Associate will provide outreach, education, and technical assistance to Arkansas farms and food businesses regarding food safety, value-added product development, and supply-chain coordination.
  • 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 University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead projects in food systems and food safety within the Department of Horticulture. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders to enhance food safety practices and develop resilient food systems, specifically targeting local farms and food businesses. **

Salary

Commensurate; Not specified; Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • food safety regulation
  • food systems development initiatives
  • stakeholder engagement
  • value-added product development
  • supply-chain coordination

Nice-to-have

  • work-life balance
  • vibrant work environment
  • initiative and sound judgment
  • responsiveness to needs

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Public Health, Food Safety, Horticulture, or related field
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage programs
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

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