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Professor (Assistant/Associate/Full) Position(s)
Assistant/Associate Professor, Dairy Foods Processing and Innovation
12-month, tenure-track position (40% Teaching, 60% Research)
We are seeking applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track position (40% Teaching, 60% Research) at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (commensurate with experience) that will contribute primarily to our teaching and research missions in dairy foods processing within the Animal Sciences and Industry Department (ASI). The ASI Department is a national leader in teaching, research and outreach focused on animal and food sciences. ASI is home to the undergraduate Food Science & Industry degree program, which is accredited through the Institute of Food Technologists. The successful individual will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in dairy food processing that is linked with a dynamic graduate research program. Teaching responsibilities will include Dairy Foods Processing & Technology (ASI 608) and other coursework consistent with the program’s needs and the selected individual’s interests. K-State is also home to the cross-disciplinary Food Science Institute (FSI) which provides many opportunities to participate in world-class interdisciplinary research, graduate training and teaching activities. Some of these opportunities involve agricultural security and sustainability, functional and healthy food systems, and the K-State Global Food Systems Initiative (https://www.k-state.edu/research/global-food/). Major facility construction and renovations are underway in the food/animal/grain science areas at K-State, including renovation of the K-State dairy processing plant, Call Hall Dairy Bar and research laboratories. Experience in creamery operations, fluid milk processing, and/or manufacture of dairy ingredients is desirable as the successful applicant will supervise the managers of these dairy foods facilities and use them in support of their program.
To read more details and to apply, go to https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515982/assistant-or-associate-professor
Instructor Position(s)
No positions currently available.
Research Assistant Position(s)
No positions currently available.
Post Doctoral Position(s)
No positions currently available.
Unclassified Staff Position(s)
Dairy Teaching and Research Center Manager
Full-time, Unclassified Professional Staff, Term Contract (Job #515771)
The DTRC Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of personnel, animals, and unit facilities at the DTRC. The incumbent will also work closely with faculty and students to facilitate research trials at the DTRC.
Animal care – The DTRC Manager oversees the routine care (feeding, milking, reproductive management, herd health, waste management, etc.) of the mature cows and young stock. The incumbent will work with herd veterinarians and faculty supervisors to establish, execute, and evaluate standard operating protocols for maintaining optimum animal care, herd production, and research study outcomes.
Operational management – The DTRC Manager will oversee and conduct routine daily operational management of the facility.
Supervision – The DTRC Manager will lead a talented team of employees to ensure adequate care of livestock and daily operations of the DTRC.
To read more details and to apply, go to https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515771/dairy-teaching-and-research-center-manager
Animal Technician Supervisor (Dairy Teaching and Research Center)
Full-time, Unclassified Professional Staff, Term Contract (Job #515576)
This position is critical to the overall operation of the KSU Dairy Teaching and Research Center. It involves supervision of other employees and the care and comfort of the animals housed at the DTRC at Kansas State University.
Incumbent functions as the assistant manager of the Dairy Teaching and Research Center and is responsible for ensuring the safety of the cows and other dairy unit employees. Assumes responsibility for operation of the dairy unit in the manager's absence. Incumbent is responsible for milking cows at least two days each week and for making vital animal observations during the milking process. Incumbent is responsible for collecting sterile samples of milk to be tested for antibiotics or bacteria.
To apply, go to https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515576/animal-technician-supervisor
University Support Staff Position(s)
Animal Technician I (Swine Unit)
Full-Time, University Support Staff (USS) (Job #515792)
This position provides essential workload and responsibility for the KSU swine unit associated with animal care, health, and well-being as well as supporting research efforts.
Review of applications begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled.
For more information, contact Dr. Jason Woodworth at 785-532-1157 or jwoodworth@ksu.edu; Mark Nelson at 785-539-9351 or mnelson@ksu.edu.
To apply, go to https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/515792/animal-technician-i
Animal Technician II (Dairy Unit) – 1 position
Full-Time, University Support Staff (USS) (Job #512403)
This position exists to operate and maintain the feed mill facility and feed the milk herd at the Dairy Teaching and Research Center.
Review of applications begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled.
For more information, contact Dr. Mike Brouk, Search Committee Chair, at 785-532-1207 or mbrouk@ksu.edu.
To apply, go to https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/512403/animal-technician-ii.
Animal Technician II (Dairy Unit) – 2 positions
Full-time, University Support Staff (USS) (Job #510744)
This position exists to milk, feed and provide care of Dairy Teaching and Research Center (DTRC) dairy herd, which is used for teaching and research purposes.
Review of applications begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled
For more information, contact Dr. Mike Brouk, Search Committee Chair, at 785-532-1207 or mbrouk@ksu.edu.
To apply, go to https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/510744/animal-technician-ii.
Animal Technician II (Dairy Unit)
Part Time, University Support Staff (USS) (Job #513849)
This position exists to milk, feed and provide care of the DTRC dairy herd, which is used for teaching and research purposes. This is an AS NEEDED position. The incumbent could be called to fill in for Emergency situations, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Review of applications begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled.
For more information, contact Dr. Mike Brouk, Search Committee Chair, at 785-532-1207 or mbrouk@ksu.edu.
To apply, go to https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/512403/animal-technician-ii.