FoodPIC Director

Position Summary

The Department of Food Science and Technology seeks applicants with expertise in product development and food processing for the position of FoodPIC director. The FoodPIC director will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the FoodPIC and report to the Department Head of Food Science and Technology within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The director will have responsibility and authority for all center activities, budget, facilities, and personnel. Specific responsibilities will include:
· Collaborate with federal and state agencies as well as food processing and allied industries to generate interest in the center.
· Provide innovative leadership in engagement of food entrepreneurs and networks within the state, national, and global food industry and researchers with the purpose of generating activities aligned with the center’s overall goal of stimulating food manufacturing economy within the State of GA. This includes close collaboration with UGA Extension programs.
· Develop strategic partnerships with the food industry and equipment manufacturers to integrate their equipment with FoodPIC’s technologies and expertise.
· Work with industry partners, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to effectively utilize the center’s facilities and equipment in creating new food products and processes.
· Supervise FoodPIC personnel and manage income and budgets.
· Provide research, development, manufacturing services including training and outreach to the food industry clientele specific to their products and processes.
· This position is expected to develop a business plan linked to fee-for-service aimed to generate sufficient revenue through contracts, workshops, and other activities including grants to support personnel and future growth of the center.
· The position is expected to work closely with the extension, research, and teaching faculty within the UGA FST and collaborate with other units within the UGA to make the FoodPIC center a premier center of excellence.
· Coordinate and manage the day-to-day operation and activities of FoodPIC.
· Participate directly in food industry research with assistance of staff and students.
· Other duties of this position will involve working with FoodPIC advisory board; serving as a clearing house of opportunities available in food processing technologies and food product development; and collaboratively working with other centers in the state and finding suitable partners.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit: (1) a letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) graduate transcripts; (4) names, addresses, telephone numbers; and e-mail addresses of four professional references that the search committee may contact; and (5) one-page summaries outlining their visions for FoodPIC, Extension and Research programs in order to be considered for this position. Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Yen-con Hung (yhung@uga.edu). Applications received by November 1, 2021, will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F0986P

Working Title

FoodPIC Director

Department

CAES-Food Prod Inno & Comm Ctr

About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia ( UGA ) Food Product Innovation and Commercialization (FoodPIC) Center’s mission is to assist food companies and entrepreneurs in product and process development; to promote competitiveness; and to create economic impact in Georgia, the Southeast, and beyond. The Georgia food industry is growing and vibrant; it is comprised of approximately 1000 small, medium and large companies employing roughly 60,000 people. The Center is located on the University’s Griffin Campus 40 miles south of Atlanta city center and 35 miles from Atlanta International Airport. The Food Science and Technology faculty on Griffin campus created the charter for this center several years ago on paper using the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences ( CAES ) resources. Funding for the director’s position (state appropriated funds) and one staff position for this center come from CAES . The Center also has a dedicated ~17,000 sq. ft. building ($7.5 million facility) with offices, labs and three climate-controlled pilot processing rooms.

College/Unit/Department website

http://www.foodscience.caes.uga.edu/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Minorities & Females

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

01/01/2022

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

09/13/2021

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Griffin Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

UGA Statement

PLEASE NOTE : On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement for
Federal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect.

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Director, Subdivision/Unit AD

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Negotiable

Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate in food science, chemical/bioprocess engineering, chemistry, microbiology, or related field.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be appointed as a Tenure-Track (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) or a Non-tenure Track Public Service and Outreach (Public Service Assistant, Public Service Associate, or Senior Public Service Associate) faculty member. Tenure upon appointment will be considered at the Associate and Full Professor level.

To be considered for the Tenure-Track Ranks (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor), candidates must meet the requirements listed in the UGA Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure of Academic Rank Faculty (beginning on pg 21).

To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate or full professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

To be considered for the Public Service and Outreach Ranks (Public Service Assistant, Public Service Associate, or Senior Public Service Associate), candidates must meet the requirements listed in the Guidelines for Appointments and Promotion Public Service and Outreach Faculty Rank (beginning on pg 3).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

· Minimum of 10 years of professional experience preferred with a proven background in food and agricultural industry and/or research and extension in academia.
· Evidence of senior leadership and supervisory competencies with technical/professional staff.
· Proven capabilities in direction of research and development, product and process development, outreach, and engagement programs.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

· Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. List of References with Contact Information
5. Other Documents #1
6. Public Svc/Extension Philosophy
7. Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents