Post Doc Fellow

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, AR, US
Food safety regulation expertise
Project leadership and coordination
Stakeholder engagement and outreach
The position plays 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

Job Summary

  • The position plays 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.
  • This full-time Postdoctoral Associate position involves leading project goals, conducting applied research, developing educational materials, and supporting grant-funded initiatives in food safety and food systems.

Matching Summary

The position plays 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • food safety regulation expertise
  • project leadership and coordination
  • stakeholder engagement and outreach
  • technical assistance delivery
  • applied research and data analysis
  • curriculum development and training
  • strong written and verbal communication

Nice-to-have

  • experience with specialty crop growers
  • grants management and writing
  • digital outreach and publications
  • collaborative and independent work skills
  • initiative and sound judgment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Food Science or related field
  • demonstrated program management ability
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • certifications in FSMA Produce Safety Rule or Preventive Controls
  • experience with specialty crop growers or food manufacturing
  • grant writing experience

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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