Associate or Full Professor

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is seeking an Associate or Full Professor in Food Systems Innovation at the University of Georgia. This tenure-track position requires a PhD in Food Science or a related field, focusing on developing an innovative Research and Extension program in meat and poultry technologies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in external funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, and directing graduate research. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in Food Science or a related field required.
• Expertise in poultry and/or meat science with emphasis on ingredient functionality and processing technologies.
• Ability to obtain external funding and lead multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a funded Research and Extension program.
• Obtain extramural funding for research activities.
• Produce scholarly activity and publications.
• Direct graduate students and postdoctoral associates.
• Develop an Extension program based on stakeholder needs.
• Participate in service activities and interdisciplinary research.

Skills

Expert in poultry and/or meat science

Ingredient functionality

Formulation strategies

Processing technologies

Grant writing

Collaboration with industry

Education

PhD in Food Science or related field

Job description

Associate or Full Professor – Food Systems Innovation in the Department of Food Science and Technology and Poultry Science, University of Georgia. Tenure‑track (Open Rank). Contract: Academic (9 mo.). Expected start: August 1 2026. Position open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an externally funded Research and Extension program in ingredients and food processing technologies related to meat and poultry products.
• Obtain extramural funding to support research and extension activities.
• Produce a strong record of scholarly activity and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Direct graduate students (PhD and MS) and postdoctoral associates.
• Develop an Extension program that complements current FST and PS programs and addresses stakeholder needs.
• Actively participate in service activities in FST, PS, CAES, and UGA, including global programs.
• Collaborate with faculty across colleges to promote interdisciplinary research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed PhD in Food Science or a related field.

Desired Qualifications

• Leading expert in poultry and/or meat science with emphasis on ingredient functionality, formulation strategies, and processing technologies.
• Track record of competitive, externally funded research and experience leading large multidisciplinary teams with industry or foundation support.
• Demonstrated collaboration with industry partners, regulatory agencies, and commodity groups.
• Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality, product formulation, and processing methods.
• Ability to obtain external funding, communicate with diverse stakeholders, and build collaborative networks.
• Interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary competencies and willingness to engage in such teams.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.