Postdoctoral Associate Department of Food Science College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Ithaca, NYPosition Function
The Department of Food Science at
Cornell University is seeking a Post-Doctoral Associate who will be responsible
for experiment implementation and data analysis as part of a multi-year project
at the intersection of microbial food safety, process engineering, and modeling.
The post-doc should be an
experienced scientist or engineer motivated by the opportunity for independent
as well as collaborative research experiences that lead to better defined
environmental sanitation procedures and equipment hygienic design principles
for food manufacturers. The ideal candidate will have strong computational
skills and be capable of applying the principles of engineering to the problems
of the food industry. The individual will be required to develop methods for
the design, fabrication, and operation of bench and floor-scale experimental
systems. The individual will be required to lead studies in computational fluid
dynamics. Prior experience using multiphysics simulation software (COMSOL,
Ansys) is highly desirable. Additional experience in microbiology and aseptic
technique is preferred. Related skills could include experience in Clean-In-Place
technologies, foulant characterization and control, or modeling thermal
inactivation.
Anticipated Division
of Time The post-doc will be required to
perform experiments (wet work), data analysis, and participate in project
leadership in the development of novel sanitation technologies for use in food
manufacturing. This individual will work to characterize the effects of fluid
flow on surface-adhered microbiota; parameterize cleaning activities and
hygienic design principles to optimize environmental sanitation regimes; and
coordinate among other graduate students, industry advisors, and collaborating
labs to facilitate the completion of research objectives. The post-doc position
is for one-year with the possibility of re-appointment annually for two
additional years. Computational analysis – 60% Experimental system design – 30% Writing – 10%
Requirements
The successful post-doc applicant
will be required to hold, at the point of hire, a Ph.D. in food science;
chemical, biological, or agricultural engineering; or material science. The
start date is negotiable but anticipated to be between January 1 and June 1, 2023.
Supervision Exercised
This research is designed to be performed
by one post-doc with the help of one graduate or undergraduate student. The
post-doc will be supervised by Dr. Abby Snyder. Research supervision will include
individual meetings with the project PI and group meetings with the entire lab.
Annual participation in the project directors meeting and/or annual research
conference is expected. Monthly progress summaries will be used to clarify
project direction and goals.
Application Procedure:
Please submit application
materials via https://academicjobsonline.org/22096. Required materials include: letter of
application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts, research statement, contact information for 3 references and a statement of contribution to
diversity, equity and inclusion.
Applicants should also references for recommendation submitted through Academic
Jobs Online. Direct any questions regarding
the application process
to Patti Wojcik (pmw27@cornell.edu, 607-255-7900). Please direct any questions or requests
for additional information regarding the position to Dr. Abigail Snyder at abs276@cornell.edu. Review of applications will begin September
15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. The College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will
contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all
identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from
underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. The College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and home to Cornell
University’s second largest population of students, faculty and staff. We work
across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned
research, education and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we
seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food,
energy and environmental resources; and social, physical and economic
well-being. CALS is fundamentally invested in improving the lives of people,
their environments and their communities both in New York State and around the
world.
Employment Assistance:
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Pay Ranges: The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
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