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Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Research
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
BAEG | Biosensing Engineering
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The position will support the research program on improving food safety of poultry and pork supply chains in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering and the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science at the University of Arkansas. The successful candidate will conduct research in development of innovative biosensors for rapid detection of pathogenic bacteria and viruses for applications in agricultural, food and environment systems. This is a non-tenure track position and is renewed annually based on satisfactory performance and available fund.
RESPONSIBILTIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks: To design and conduct experiments, write research reports and give presentations at professional meetings, write manuscripts for publishing at professional journals, prepare grant proposals for continued research funds, and supervise graduate students in their research.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required – Ph.D. degree in a discipline related to biosensing and biomodelling technologies for food safety, such as biological engineering, food engineering, or chemical engineering, and experience in interdisciplinary research.
Preferred – Research experience in the design, fabrication and evaluation of biosensors for detection of biological and chemical hazards.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Listing of Publications, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Statement of Research Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Terry A. Howell Jr.
Department Head Biological & Agricultural Engineering
[email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Standing, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes