Assistant Professor of Food Engineering
Company Name:  Ohio State University
Summary:  This individual will develop an active, extramurally funded research program in food engineering. Areas of emphasis may include sensor development (including biosensor or RFID); alternative processing technologies, fermentation engineering, value added processing of biomaterials and by-products, or controls and automation.  Will also provide outreach to food and allied industries.
Requirements:  The candidate must have a Ph.D. in food, agricultural, biological, chemical, biochemical or closely related engineering field, with an emphasis in food engineering.
For more information, please see:  http://fst.osu.edu or http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/newfabe/index.html
Due Date:  May 16, 2008
Contact: 
To apply, please submit a vita, cover letter, a copy of all college transcripts, 1-2 page statement of teaching and research philosophy, 3 sample publications, and at least 3 letters of reference to the search chair: Dr. V.M. (Bala) Balasubramaniam, 2015 Fyffe Road, 333 Parker Food Science and Technology Building, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210-1007.  For further information, contact Dr. Balasubramaniam (614-292-1732, balasubramaniam.1@osu.edu)

Assistant Professor of Food Science
Company Name:  The Food Science and Nutrition Department at CAL POLY, SAN LUIS OBISPO
Summary:  Responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses in food safety, food sanitation, and food processing. In addition, he/she is expected to carry out research and outreach programs in food safety by securing internal and external funding. Faculty members in the department are expected to assist with undergraduate recruitment, retention and resource generation.  
Requirements:  Ph.D. in Food Science required, along with demonstrated excellence as a teacher and a scholar in food safety and related areas, with a primary interest in teaching undergraduates.  Additional consideration will be given to candidates with relevant private and/or public sector experience.  Publication history advantageous.
Due Date:  Review of applications will begin September 15, 2008
Contact:  To apply, please visit WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG, complete a required on-line faculty application and apply to requisition #101648. Attach electronically a cover letter; resume/curriculum vitae; copy of transcripts; and candidate’s statement, including teaching philosophy, research interests, professional goals and accomplishments. Please see on-line posting for instructions for submitting three letters of reference and any of the required material that cannot be attached to the on-line application.

Instructor
Company:  Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
Summary:   The primary responsibility of this position is to develop an active extension program in the area of food science.  The Instructor will serve as the food science specialist in the Department of Food Science for the LSU Agricultural Center (AgCenter).  Primary target audiences are food processors and food entrepreneurs with emphasis on fruit, vegetable and sauce processors.  The incumbent should have a broad background in Food Science including food micro, food additives such as food acidulants and food preservatives, food chemistry, sanitation, waste management and regulatory requirements. 
Requirements:  Master’s Degree or PhD (preferred) in Food Science or closely related field with undergraduate education in Food Science required.
Contact:  Send letter of application, complete curriculum vitae, academic transcripts and three letter of recommendation to: 
Dr. J. David Bankston
Chairman, Search Committee
Department of Food Science
Louisiana State University AgCenter
111 Food Science Building
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Phone:  225-578-5207
Fax: 225-578-5300

M K and Associates Opportunities
Company Name:  M K and Associates (Placement)
Summary:  M K and Associates is a nationwide recruiting firm specializing in the Food Manufacturing Industry established in 1990.  They assist clients find qualified candidates in the following areas: Research & Development - all levels of scientists and management; Operations - directors, plant managers, production managers, supervisors, sanitation and logistics; Quality Control - directors, managers, supervisors and technicians; Engineering - process, project, production, maintenance, electrical and control systems and packaging; and Technical Sales - food chemicals, ingredients and equipment.   With May and another graduation year quickly approaching, M K and Associates wishes to provide assistance to the careers of students/alumni looking for technical positions in the Food Manufacturing Industry. 
For more information, please see:  www.mkandassoc.com
Contact:
Lisa Rickenbrode
Search Associate
M.K. and Associates
Bus:  724-285-7474
Fax:  724-285-8339
Home:  843-236-7754
Email:  lisa@mkandassoc.com  or
lisamkandassoc@sc.rr.com

Nutrigenomics Assistant/Associate Professor Positions
Company Name:  South Dakota State University
Summary:  The incumbents will be a critical part of a multidisciplinary team conducting research to better understand the links between human health, genomics and nutrition. The positions are a key piece of the Functional Genomics Initiative of the South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station. Responsibilities include engaging in research/scholarly activity and securing external grants; teaching graduate nutrition courses; advising doctoral students in the area of expertise; and serving to profession, institution and community.
Requirements: An earned PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Human Nutrition or other related area; strong record of research productivity, demonstrated success and commitment to nutrigenomic research, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptionally qualified mid-career candidates would be considered for appointment at the rank of associate professor.
Candidates at the associate professor level will need a strong record of
extramural support for their research activities.
For more information or to apply, please see:   https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu
Due Date:  May 1, 2008
Contact:  For questions, you may contact Dr. Igor Sergeev, Chair of Search
Committee at 605-688-5161 or at e-mail igor.sergeev@sdstate.edu.  You may also contact SDSU HumanResources at 605-688-4128.
To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this posting." The system will guide you through the electronic application form. The employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter and curriculum vitae. The cover letter should address qualifications and past responsibilities and include statement of research interests and teaching philosophy. Applicants should provide on the reference page the names and addresses (including e-mail) of three to five professional references familiar with their qualifications and have letters from them sent directly to Dr. Igor Sergeev, Search Committee Chair, NFSH, Box 2275A, South Dakota State University,
Brookings, SD 57007.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Company: Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
Summay:  This post-doctoral position would deal with complex carbohydrate structure and function in a USDA-NRI-funded project.   Candidate would be continuing work on evaluating many features of experimental oat lines with altered beta-glucan concentrations and structures, and the structure-function relations of the beta-glucan and other oat components, with the goal of creating healthful oat products
Requirements:  Ph.D. in food science or closely related field, with specialty in complex carbohydrate and/or cereal analyses; preference given to individual with experience in structure-function relations of carbohydrates.
Contact:  Dr. Pamela J. White,
Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
2312 Food Sciences Bldg
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Phone: 515-294-9688; FAX: 515-294-8181; e-mail: pjwhite@iastate.edu
To apply, electronically send letter of application, resume, and names of references, including address, phone number, fax number and e-mail address. Hard copies of university transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) and relevant reprints can be sent by mail, if unavailable by electronic means.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Company:  Perdue University
Summary:  This individual will develop FT-IR techniques and chemometric analytical approaches for identification and detection of foodborne pathogens.  Improved FT-IR detection techniques will be developed by determining how spectroscopic differentiation relates to cell surface characteristics and how these structures vary with conditions and treatments.  A comparison of the steps and time requirements for FT-IR and other bacterial detection methods will be done.  The study will include biochemical analyses of the cell surface lipopolysaccharides, capsular antigens, and proteins, as well as isolation, enrichment, and plate count methods for bacteria.
Requirements:  Must have earned a Ph.D. in food science, microbiology, analytical chemistry, or related field. Candidates must have a commitment to advancing the fields of foodborne pathogen detection and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) method development. Applicants must demonstrate an interest to work on collaborative and multidisciplinary projects, a strong publication record, and an aptitude for grant writing.
Due Date:  May 1, 2008
Contact:  To apply submit letter of interest, a statement of research interests/plans, a curriculum vitae, including a list of research support and publications, and contact information for three references to:
Dr. Lisa Mauer
Associate Professor
Department of Food Science
745 Agriculture Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2009
Phone: (765) 494-9111 Fax: (765) 494-7953
mauer@purdue.edu

R&D Technologist
Company Name:  Bright Harvest Sweet Potato Company
Summary:  This company processes sweet potatoes into various sizes and styles of cuts, mash, patties, and casseroles, all of which are frozen. With an expanding product line they are seeking a new R&D Technologist.  This position will be responsible for product development, scale up, and product analysis.
Requirements:  The successful candidate is expected to have a Bachelors Degree in Food Science or a related field and good managerial skills.
Contact:
Jeff Gannon
Mgr. QA/Compliance
Bright Harvest Sweet Potato Company
479-754-6313 x31
jhannon@brightharvest.com

Research Associate
Company:  Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
Summary:  Coordination and management of the Food Processing and Technology Pilot Plant.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scheduling, coordinating, and supervising use of the Food Technology Laboratory; developing, revising, and implementing operation guidelines and procedures for laboratory and equipment use; maintaining, reparing and replacing of laboratory equipment; maintaining laboratory facility; providing cost estimates for sponsored program and grant laboratory use; providing specifications, bid procurement and supplier information, and ordering of supplies and equipment; training and supervising graduate students and undergraduate student workers in processing techniques, equipment operation, and sanitation procedures and practices; interfacing with University auxiliary units regarding safety, maintenance, and security of the Laboratory; participating in development and implementation of research and processing protocols for experiments, product development, processing studies, and teaching exercises; operating or supervising equipment operation during research activities and projects; maintaining knowledge base of applicable federal and state regulations and policies of food processing, food preservation, and food safety; and developing innovative technologies and contacting funding sources for more efficient processing of food.
Requirements:  Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related field with industry or post-graduate experience or Master’s Degree in Food Science or related field or demonstrated academia and/or industry experience equivalent to degree requirement.
Contact:  Send a letter of application with resume, university transcripts and three letters of recommendations to:
Dr. John Finley, Professor and Head
Department of Food Science
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
111 Food Science Building
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Phone:  225-578-5206
Fax:  225-578
Email:  jfinley@agcenter.lsu.edu

Natura Internships
Company Name:  Natura Pet Products
Summary:  Internships available in:

• Engineering
• Food Science and Nutrition
• Animal Science
• Research & Development and Technical Marketing Support
• Production, Manufacturing, and Logistics

For more information, please see:  www.naturapet.com
Contact:  Ms. Shari Smith, ssmith@natura-nebraska.com, PHR, Natura Manufacturing, Inc., 2779 Rademakers Way, Fremont, NE  68025