Assistant Professor – Food Science

Overview

The Department of Nutrition Dietetics and Food Sciences at Utah State University seeks dynamic applicants with outstanding research and teaching experience for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (50% research 45% teaching 5% service). The successful applicant will be expected to build on a long history of food science excellence at USU by establishing an extramurally funded and nationally recognized research program that contributes to the departments mission of identifying innovative science-driven solutions to food-related problems that affect people and communities.

We are seeking a candidate with research expertise in the development of advanced food manufacturing technologies that complement the agriculture and food processing in the Intermountain West of the USA. Areas of interest include but are not limited to : processing technologies; sustainable food packaging materials and designs; high-speed automation industrial robotics and smart systems; nonosensory and detection devices for food safety and quality; technologies to enhance shelf-life reduce food waste and improve nutritional value; and innovations that improve energy and water efficiency in food production.

In addition the candidate will be expected to develop programs to train the next generation of food scientists for employment in an industry increasingly relying on automated processes to produce foods.

The successful applicant will have a passion for and experience in teaching and will be expected to contribute to the expansion of our undergraduate program and online graduate food science program. The teaching responsibilities will include a three course load that may include 1) overseeing the statewide teaching of an online introductory food science class and integration into Utah high schools and 2) teaching graduate courses in the in-person MS / PhD program and online Masters of Food Safety and Quality program. To meet the needs of students across the USU statewide system the teaching formats may include both in-person and on-line delivery.

Review of applications will begin February 1 2026 but applications will be accepted and considered after the date until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 1 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned by the Department Head according to the needs of the department.
• Develop and contribute to the implementation of strategies to grow our our undergraduate program and online graduate food science degrees.
• Pursue research in the area of advanced food manufacturing technologies that relates to industry and federal funding priorities.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals appropriate to the discipline.
• Secure external funding to support a strong research and student training program.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Collaborate with a wide range of food and other scientists in the department and university and food industry.
• Contribute to the department college and university through service.

Qualifications

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Preferred Qualifications :

Required Documents

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Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and / or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or .

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1