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Assistant
Professor, Human Nutrition & Food Science (Culinology)
Pomona, CA
College of Agriculture
The
Human Nutrition and Food Science Department at
California The Position
Teaching:
The new faculty member will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses
with an emphasis in introductory food courses, food service courses for
Dietetics majors, Culture and Meal Patterns, Food Product Development,
Sensory Evaluation of Food and other courses that support the Food and
Nutrition BS degree program and the Food Science and Technology BS degree
program. The new faculty member will be expected to participate in
undergraduate student advising and also supervise undergraduate and graduate
research projects. While the workload is based mostly on teaching,
research/scholarship is also expected with the opportunity to increase
emphasis on this area and reduce teaching load through external funding
support. Research/Scholarship: The new faculty member will be expected to conduct research/scholarly
activities commensurate with area of expertise and to pursue external funding
and seek collaborations with faculty members in nutrition/dietetics, food
science and technology and other related fields. Research/scholarly
activities should focus on food product development and/or sensory
evaluation. Service: The
new faculty member will demonstrate a commitment to the university and will
be expected to participate in departmental service including curriculum and
program assessment and development, as well as department, college and
university service through committee work. Applicants whose work incorporates a
global perspective and a commitment to diversity in higher education are
particularly encouraged to apply. Minimum Qualifications
·
Doctor of Philosophy or equivalent degree
in nutrition and/or food science or closely related fields of study
from an accredited university completed by September 15, 2015, is
required ·
Commitment to teaching and mentoring a
diverse student population Preferred/Desired Qualifications
·
University teaching experience ·
Grant writing, research experience,
publications ·
Professional work experience ·
Certified Research Chef and/or Certified
Culinary Scientist and/or Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian
Nutritionist ·
Active participant in one or more of the
following professional organizations: Institute of Food Technologists (IFT),
Research Chefs Association (RCA) and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Application Procedure
A completed application will consist of: ·
A cover letter that addresses the
following: 1) the candidate’s teaching philosophy, 2) the candidate’s
research/scholarly interests, and 3) the duties and qualifications
articulated in the position description; ·
A curriculum vitae comprised of at
least those elements specified on the application form; ·
Three recent letters of
recommendation addressing the candidate’s strengths relevant to this
position. These letters must be sent directly to the Chair of the Search
Committee by the persons writing the letters (hard copies or electronic
files will be accepted) not by the applicant; ·
Name, titles and affiliation, email
address, and telephone numbers of at least five individuals who can
speak to the candidate’s potential for success in this position (these
include the 3 persons who write the letters of reference); ·
A transcript showing highest degree
earned (an official transcript will be required of finalists); ·
Completed Application for Academic
Employment available at: http://academic.csupomona.edu/faculty/docs/application.pdf The position is open until filled. First
consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than Monday,
January 5, 2015. Early response is encouraged. Please address all
nominations, inquiries, requests for application forms, and application
materials to: Food
Science/Culinology/Nutrition Faculty Search Human
Nutrition and Food Science Department Cal
Poly Pomona University 3801
W Temple Ave Pomona,
CA 91768 Telephone:
(909) 869-2226 FAX:
909) 869-5078 Email:
nutrifoodsci@csupomona.edu About the University
Cal Poly Pomona, one of two polytechnic
universities in California, is a member of the 23-campus California State
University system. Our ethnically diverse student population of approximately
22,000 enrolls in 52 baccalaureate, 26 master’s
degree programs, 11 credential and certificate programs, and a doctorate in
Educational Leadership, presented by 1,200 faculty. We recruit students
increasingly from throughout California and beyond. The students are success
and career focused and extremely diverse. We are proud of our status as a
Hispanic Serving Institution. We have a strong commitment to supporting
scholarship, research, and student achievement. Our scenic and historic
1,400-acre campus, once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W. K. Kellogg, is
located about 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in one of the most
dynamic economic and cultural, regions in the country, and within an hour’s
drive of beaches, mountains, and desert. The university is committed to
diversifying its faculty and staff and has made educational equity one of its
highest priorities. The mission of the university is to advance learning and
knowledge by linking theory and practice in all disciplines, and to prepare
students for lifelong learning, leadership, and careers in a changing,
multicultural world. About the College
The College of Agriculture was founded in
1938 and is the second largest by enrollment of five agricultural colleges in
California. It is the sole provider of comprehensive agricultural programs
focusing on the needs of the $1 trillion southern California economy and its
21 million people. The College provides a unique integrative approach to
agricultural education that recognizes the strong disciplinary
interdependencies related to professional orientation and culture, basic
societal needs, lifestyles, and social and environmental responsibility. The
College is well positioned to meet the expanding demand for qualified graduates
in highly specialized fields within the agricultural, food, fiber, and animal
industries. With an enrollment of 1,542, which has grown over the last
decade, the College has evolved in step with changing urban agricultural
education needs. The Agriculture faculty recognizes the need for change and
has continued to develop a vision for its future. College distinctions include: ·
One of four California State Universities
sharing dedicated state funds for the Agricultural Research Institute ·
Largest four-year degree-granting College
of Agriculture Hispanic Serving Institute in the U.S. ·
Second largest accredited animal health
science program in North America ·
One of the largest animal and veterinary
science undergraduate programs in the U.S. ·
The only department-based apparel program
in California and one of only 13 nationwide to be endorsed by The American Apparel
& Footwear Association ·
$8 million state-of the-art urban
agriculture facility, AGRIscapes ·
Home of the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse
Center For further information visit the College
website at: http://www.csupomona.edu/~agri/ About the Department
Human Nutrition and Food Science offers
two Bachelor of Science degree programs, one with a major in Foods and
Nutrition (with options in Dietetics, ACEND accredited, or Nutrition Science)
and the other in Food Science and Technology (with four emphases). We prepare
students for challenging and rewarding careers in dietetics, nutrition
education, community nutrition, public health, nutrition research, food
service management, food science and technology and Culinology.
The department is also unique in that it offers classes that mirror
traditional dietetic classes taught in Spanish for those dietetic students
that wish to work with and in the Latino community. The USDA funded project
is called Estudiante de Dietética. The Department also offers a Master’s in
Agriculture with an option in Nutrition & Food Science. The
curriculum, facilities and faculty reflect the department’s commitment to a
strong, science-based undergraduate program that provides skills and
knowledge needed by graduates to meet professional goals. Under the Nutrition
Science Option, we offer three Emphases: Nutrition and Health,
Pre-Professional Nutrition, and Animal Nutrition. The Department also offers
an ACEND accredited Dietetic Internship for graduates of Cal Poly Pomona and
other universities. Examples of research/scholarly work conducted include
choline requirements/status, omega-3 lipids/status, fish oil and acne,
avocado’s effects on blood lipids, phytochemical serum status, community
programs assessment and interventions, and functional foods. Department distinctions include: ·
Accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics ·
Accredited Dietetic Internship Program ·
One of the largest producers of
Registered Dietitians in California ·
USDA funded project Estudiante
de Dietética (only one other program like this
in the country) ·
One of three and the fastest growing food
science undergraduate program in California ·
One of eleven nationally approved Culinology programs in North America For more information visit the Human
Nutrition and Food Science Department at: http://www.csupomona.edu/~hnfs/
and http://www.csupomona.edu/~foodsci/. Equal Opportunity Employer
California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The University
seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our
commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the excellence of the
University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives
and ways of knowing and learning. Cal Poly Pomona subscribes to all state and
federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual
orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information,
medical condition, and covered veteran status. Cal Poly Pomona hires only
individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. As required by
the Clery Disclosure Act, the university’s annual
security report is available at http://www.csupomona.edu/~police/annual-security-report.shtml.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under
the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to
comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a
condition of employment: http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html |
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