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Work type:Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Food Science And Hum Nutrition Anr 10002348
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition seeks a Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher) to work in Dr. Felicia Wu’s research program.  The primary responsibilities for this position are to assist in the implementation of several different research projects related to food safety and human health, funded by NIH, USDA, and USAID. The primary duties will include: 1) Assessing the risk of foodborne chemicals and toxins in crops grown in the United States, and milk in Ethiopia. 2) Evaluating the risk reduction and economic potential of various solutions to reduce pathogens in US food. 3) Assessing the nutritional and healthy equity risks that result from shocks to the US food system, such as climate change, global wars, and pandemics; if prices of certain foods rise. 4) Analyzing and reporting the results of this research, including in peer-reviewed journal articles and professional presentations. 5) Assisting in management of the students in Dr. Wu’s research team on their projects within this broad scope of work. Some domestic and international travel in support of this project may be required. 

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2023. earliest start date February 1, 2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Doctorate -Food Science, Human Nutrition, Agriculture

• A doctoral degree in Food Science, Human Nutrition, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Health Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline, with a demonstration of quantitative and statistical skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Ability to manage and oversee the work of several graduate and undergraduate students.

• Experience in risk analysis.
• Experience in US and international food safety risks and policies.
• Experience in developing and delivering communication messages on food safety/food standards concepts for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good organizational skills.

Please submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references.

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Questions regarding this position can be addressed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Felicia Wu, Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA fwu@msu.edu . 517-352-4442

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) is part of the leading Land Grant University, Michigan State University. FSHN has strong programs in food and health and is committed to linking food, the environment, and human health. Its highly collaborative and productive faculty provide a very positive environment for professional growth and program expansion.

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised:Dec 20, 2022 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Dec 20, 2024 Eastern Standard Time