Assistant Professor: Genomics of Foodborne Pathogens

University of California; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Food Science and Technology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Food Microbiology with a focus on Genomics and Ecology of Microbial Foodborne Pathogens. This is a 9-month, tenure-track position with an AES appointment, emphasizing research, teaching, and outreach.

The appointee will develop an internationally recognized program in genomics and ecology of pathogens, collaborate across disciplines, and translate findings into

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent required at time of appointment.
• Research program in genomics and ecology of foodborne pathogens desired.
• Experience with teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an externally funded research program.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g., FST104, FST108).
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and engage in curricular development.

Skills

Genomics

Ecology

Molecular genetics

Functional genomics

Pangenomics

Computational biology

Data science

AI/ML

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Food science, microbiology, pathogen genomics, ecology, computational biology, or related field

Job description

The Department of Food Science and Technology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Food Microbiology with a focus on Genomics and Ecology of Microbial Foodborne Pathogens. This is a 9-month, tenure-track position with an AES appointment, emphasizing research, teaching, and outreach.

The appointee will develop an internationally recognized program in genomics and ecology of pathogens, collaborate across disciplines, and translate findings into