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Project
Associate-Food Science and Technology - Blacksburg,
VA
Role Title
Posting Number
0110368
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outstanding faculty and staff.
Position Summary
Design and implementation of laboratory experiments to elucidate
photochemical reactions in food and beverage systems and the effect of
packaging materials; analysis and interpretation of experimental results;
communication of project results and interpretation (oral, written skills)
and preparation of reports for funding group(s), abstracts, manuscripts,
and technical posters; supervising graduate and/or undergraduate
researchers working on the project; assisting/contributing to proposal
writing for seeking related funding opportunities; other responsibilities
in support of research activities within laboratory group; contribute to
management of sensory evaluation experiments; contribute to processing and
packaging of beverages and foods for experiments.
Required Qualifications
MS with significant experience in preferred skill areas:
analytical experience with HPLC, demonstrated experience in experimental
design and statistical analyses, manuscript and proposal writing skills,
supervisory and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in food science, biochemistry, analytical chemistry or
related fields.
Preferred Skills: analytical experience with HPLC, demonstrated experience
in experimental design and statistical analyses, manuscript and proposal
writing skills, supervisory and communication skills.
Additional preferred skills include:
-Demonstrated creativity, independence and high motivation
-Good communication skills.
-Strong work habits and the ability to work independently as well as with a
research group
-Evidence of good project management and laboratory management skills
-Evidence of developing publications based on individual research
-Ability to work under limited supervision
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all
levels of personnel in the organization
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Describe Other:
Employment Comments
Contact:
Dr. Susan E. Duncan, Ph.D., R.D.
Professor, Department of Food Science and Technology
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061
540-231-6806; duncans@vt.edu.
How to Apply for this Job
For further information and to apply for this position, please
visit www.jobs.vt.edu, and search on Posting #0110368.
Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Employee Category
Special Research Faculty
Appointment Type
Restricted
If restricted or temporary, enter end date
05/14/2012
FLSA Status:
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Faculty Rank
Project Associate
Tenure Status (Faculty Only)
Non-Tenure Track
Academic Year or Calendar Year
Calendar Year
Percent Employment
Full Time
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Pay Band (Staff Jobs Only)
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Advertised Pay Range (Enter amount or
"Commensurate with Experience")
Commensurate with experience
Department
Food Science and Technology
College / Sr. Management
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
Work Location
Blacksburg
Location, if not Blacksburg:
Work Schedule:
Typical Research Faculty Schedule
II. Search Plan
Job Posting Date
05-06-2011
Review Begin Date
05-20-2011
Job Close Date
(if applicable)
Restricted to university employees only?
No
Documents that must be associated with this posting
Resume/Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter
List of References
Quick Link
listings.jobs.vt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=193318
Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to the principle of
diversity, and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates
including women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application
process should notify the hiring department by the application deadline.
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