University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate
Food safety regulation
Supply-chain coordination
Stakeholder engagement
This individual will serve as a project leader and collaborate with Dr. Amanda Philyaw Perez on the Local, Regional, and Safe Foods Team
Job Summary
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.
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
This individual will serve as a project leader and collaborate with Dr. Amanda Philyaw Perez on the Local, Regional, and Safe Foods Team.
Salary
Commensurate
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
food safety regulation
supply-chain coordination
stakeholder engagement
develop educational materials
conduct applied research
Nice-to-have
vibrant work environment
healthy work-life balance
initiative and sound judgment
Key Requirements
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
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States