Food Scientist

Position Information

Position Description & Details:

Provide technical expertise for technical and educational efforts for northern grown crops. Perform and direct food processing and the development of new products and processes that support NCI educational programs, Technical Service programs and market development activities. This is a non-tenured track and non-research position. Candidate will work with industry clients in confidential manner.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical service, product development and lead projects in the utilization of Northern grown crops, (soybeans, wheat, pulses, oilseeds, corn, barley, and other crops as needed) and their processed products to support under the direction and guidance of the NCI Director and Technical Manager. Lead product development projects by providing supervision and oversight as necessary for processing and prototype development (baking, pasta processing, extrusion, milling and other processing applications) conducted at NCI. Serve as Project Manager for clients and oversee all communication, planning, execution and follow-up of food development and testing services. Provide technical services and information to buyers and end users on the quality, and utilization of Northern grown crops. Develop new expertise on the utilization of Northern grown crops in food products. Participate in professional activities to expand and maintain NCI's capabilities in process and product development by attending training classes/seminars, staying current with literature (functionality, nutrition, regulatory, labeling, etc.). Understand lab and food safety, participate is safety training and meetings. Develop, present and participate in educational programs related to market opportunities and end-product quality of Northern grown crops to producers and end-users. Develop educational programing with the assistance of the NCI Technical Manager, Program Managers and NCI Director. Develop and present technical information and laboratory demonstrations for educational programing for domestic and international grain buyers and processors. Provide assistance to commodity check-off groups and trade teams to support educational activities. Provide crop quality and utilization seminars to commodity and private organizations. Serve as NCI Technical Expert and Consultant in the quality and utilization of Northern grown crops. Participate in NCI activities as necessary.

Advertised Salary:

C ommensurate with experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• MS with 3 years' experience in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry or agricultural related degree.
• Demonstrated ability in product development.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Familiarity with northern grown crops, their quality characteristics, and their use in food products.
• Experience or understanding of Baking, Extrusion and pasta production.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry or agricultural related degree

Applicant Materials Required:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for a minimum of 3 professional references

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package with includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the entire state. NDSU has been listed in the Top 100 public research universities in the United States for research and development in agricultural sciences, psychology and social sciences, based on reported research expenditures.

NDSU is an exciting place to work offering a stimulating and diverse environment richly populated with people pursuing life-long learning and personal growth. Employees often attend on-campus cultural events, lectures, athletic events and enjoy walks through our beautiful campus.

NDSU employs over 6000 full-time and part-time employees across the state, making it the second largest employer in the community. NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com's top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.

NDSU offers a wide array of professional opportunities including faculty, executive, managerial, professional, technical, paraprofessional, office support, servers and crafts/trades. Like a small city, NDSU operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Full time employees are offered a superb benefit package to include 100% company paid health insurance premiums and tuition assistance for employees and immediate family members. All of us at NDSU play an important role in serving our students and public constituencies. We encourage motivated and talented team members that thrive in a higher-ed environment to join our university!

Mission

With energy and momentum, North Dakota State University addresses the needs and aspirations of people in a changing world by building on our land-grant foundation.

Additional Information

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.