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Associate Professor, Food Chemistry

Position Number: 6684718
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Agriculture - Food Science

Associate Professor, Food Chemistry

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Animal and Food Sciences and Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, is seeking applicants for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track position (55% research; 40% teaching; 5% service) in Food Chemistry at the rank of Associate Professor. Teaching responsibilities include a tandem offering in Food Chemistry (4403/5403) and a tandem offering in Food Analysis (4402/5402) with the opportunity to teach other courses of interest which align with department need in the summer. Serving as a career advisor for food science undergraduate and graduate students is also expected. The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a productive research program in food chemistry that is focused on meat or dairy protein system sustainability, preferably informed by omics studies (proteomics, lipidomics, metabolomics, volatilomics) and utilizing current capacity in mass spectrometry. All tenure-track faculty are expected to continually seek funding to support their research program, mentor graduate students, and participate in interdisciplinary research activities when synergistic opportunities arise. Scholarship opportunities associated with outreach and engagement are encouraged.

Position Description
The Department of Animal and Food Sciences and Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, is seeking applicants for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track position (55% research; 40% teaching; 5% service) in Food Chemistry at the rank of Associate Professor. Teaching responsibilities include a tandem offering in Food Chemistry (4403/5403) and a tandem offering in Food Analysis (4402/5402) with the opportunity to teach other courses of interest which align with department need in the summer. Serving as a career advisor for food science undergraduate and graduate students is also expected. The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a productive research program in food chemistry that is focused on meat or dairy protein system sustainability, preferably informed by omics studies (proteomics, lipidomics, metabolomics, volatilomics) and utilizing current capacity in mass spectrometry. All tenure-track faculty are expected to continually seek funding to support their research program, mentor graduate students, and participate in interdisciplinary research activities when synergistic opportunities arise. Scholarship opportunities associated with outreach and engagement are encouraged.

Major/Essential Functions

Develop and maintain a nationally recognized research program in food chemistry with a focus on meat and/or dairy protein system sustainability, preferably integrating omics approaches (proteomics, lipidomics, metabolomics, volatilomics) and utilizing mass spectrometry capabilities.
Secure external funding from federal, industry, and private sources to support research activities, graduate student training, and laboratory operations.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Food Chemistry (4403/5403) and Food Analysis (4402/5402), with opportunities to develop and teach additional courses aligned with departmental needs, including summer offerings.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, providing career guidance and fostering professional development.
Recruit and mentor graduate students, ensuring timely completion of degree programs and successful placement in industry or academia.
Engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative research activities with faculty within the department, across the college, and with external partners to address complex challenges in food chemistry and protein system sustainability.
Contribute to departmental, college, and university service through committee work, participation in governance, and engagement with professional organizations.
Conduct outreach and engagement activities with industry stakeholders, youth programs, and community partners to promote food science education and research impact.
Support experiential learning opportunities by integrating applied laboratory training and hands-on research experiences for students.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science or related discipline
Expertise in food chemistry as evidenced by research and teaching programming
Evidence of effective teaching including student evaluation, peer review, and self-reflection, delivery of content, learning outcome driven curriculum development, and assessment of learning outcomes
Evidence of research enterprise such as a record of peer-reviewed referred publications in high quality journals, research proposal development, and external funding with documented graduate student mentorship and completion
Evidence of service to university, industry, or professional organization/association

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

Focus on Meat or Dairy products
Engagement in extracurricular activities and career advisement for undergraduate and graduate students
Engagement in programs designed to develop and recruit youth
Evidence of experiential learning in an applied laboratory environment
Demonstrated collaborative research with multi-, inter-, or transdisciplinary teams
Evidence of outreach and engagement activities with internal and external stakeholders
Diverse portfolio of federal, private, and industry funding sources

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Cover Letter detailing interest and summary of qualifications.
Curriculum Vitae.
Statements of teaching, research, and service philosophy (2-page maximum each).
Contact list of at least three references.
Copy of graduate and/or professional transcripts. Note: The successful candidate will be required to provide official transcripts upon hiring (facilitated through inter-institutional transfer).

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Dale Woerner, Search Committee Chair at dale.woerner@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.