Post Doc Fellow

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, AR, US
Food safety regulation expertise
Outreach and education delivery
Technical assistance to food businesses
The Postdoctoral Associate 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

Job Summary

  • The Postdoctoral Associate 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.
  • This position offers a vibrant work environment and promotes a healthy work-life balance within the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
  • The role involves collaboration with faculty, county extension agents, and community stakeholders to provide education, technical assistance, and applied research related to food safety and food systems.

Matching Summary

The Postdoctoral Associate 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Food safety regulation expertise
  • Outreach and education delivery
  • Technical assistance to food businesses
  • Project leadership and coordination
  • Applied research and data analysis
  • Development of educational materials
  • Strong communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with specialty crop growers
  • Grants management and writing
  • Curriculum development
  • Digital outreach capabilities
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Knowledge of food freedom frameworks

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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