Assistant Coordinator Cheese Industry and Applications Group

Job Summary:

The Center for Dairy Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (CDR) is hiring an Assistant Coordinator for our Cheese Industry and Applications Group. The Client Based Researcher II will be working at the UW-Madison Center for Dairy Research including trials that occur in the cheese pilot plant and dairy processing areas. This position is like no other in the dairy industry. This exciting position will be working in a team environment with other cheesemakers and dairy processors where research, product development, troubleshooting, innovation, training, and working with clients from around the world allows for significant personal growth. This position will be learning about exciting new innovations in the dairy industry through internal and external training opportunities. This person will design and setup cheesemaking experiments/trials to meet research or industry objectives, including meeting with clients to prepare an initial scope of work, selecting appropriate analytical testing, assisting licensed cheesemakers in conducting the trial, reviewing results/data from these trials and preparing reports for clients. This person will present results at meetings and short courses and support graduate student research projects. In addition, duties could include plant visits for trials or troubleshooting, as well as research. The selected candidate will have excellent customer service skills, be detail oriented, and have the ability to multitask.
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities:
Designs methodology, conducts data collection and analysis, and prepares reports for moderately complex client-based research. May co-author publications, present research, and guide the efforts of other research staff.

• 30% Directs the development of research methodologies and procedures according to client-based objectives and specifications
• 5% Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
• 30% Collects and analyzes moderately complex research data for one or more research projects. Designs and conducts experiments and interviews. Documents results according to established policies and procedures
• 30% Prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 5% Reviews and edits research protocols under limited supervision

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, engineering, or related fields.

Qualifications:

Required:
-Previous experience in the dairy/food industry
-Knowledge of dairy chemistry, processing, and cheesemaking
-Experience with project management
-Experience and familiarity with Microsoft office applications like Excel, PowerPoint
Preferred:
-A Wisconsin cheesemakers license (or will need to obtain one within 1 year of starting at CDR)
-Familiarity with routine and specialized tests for dairy products

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $55,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Starting salary will be based on relevant experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf . 

Additional Information:

A criminal background check is required.
A 12 month evaluation period is required.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:
-Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
-Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience
-References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Contact:

Tina Chorlton
[email protected]
608-262-3416
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Client-Based Researcher II(RE002)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/DAIRY RES, CTR FOR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

294508-AS

 
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
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