Post Doc Fellow

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate; not specified; benefits eligible
Food safety regulation
Supply-chain coordination
Value-added product development
The Food Systems and Food Safety Postdoctoral Associate will serve as a project leader, providing outreach, education, and technical assistance to Arkansas farms and food businesses on food safety, value-added product development, and supply-chain coordination

Job Summary

  • The Food Systems and Food Safety Postdoctoral Associate will serve as a project leader, providing outreach, education, and technical assistance to Arkansas farms and food businesses on 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 role involves coordinating workshops, leading project implementation, conducting applied research, preparing proposals, and developing educational materials to support stakeholders across the food value chain.

Matching Summary

The Food Systems and Food Safety Postdoctoral Associate will serve as a project leader, providing outreach, education, and technical assistance to Arkansas farms and food businesses on food safety, value-added product development, and supply-chain coordination.

Salary

Commensurate; Not specified; Benefits Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

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
  • FSMA Produce Safety Rule or Preventive Controls for Human Food certifications
  • Experience in grants management and writing
  • Proven track record in curriculum development, publications, presentations, and digital outreach

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter