Post-Doctoral Research Associate - The Department of Food Science (UTIA)

Post-Doctoral Research Associate - The Department of Food Science (UTIA)

The Department of Food Science at the University of Tennessee, Institute of Agriculture, invites applications for the Post-doctoral Research Associate position under the direction of Dr. Jiajia Chen. The individual is expected to conduct fundamental and applied research in food process engineering, write grant proposals, prepare manuscripts for publications, assist in training and supervising graduate and undergraduate students, manage lab activities, and perform other academic duties as requested by the PI.

Candidates are expected to have earned a Ph.D. in food science, agricultural engineering, or other related areas when the position starts. This is a full-time, regular position and is contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The benefits of full-time university employees are available.

The successful candidate should demonstrate strong research experience in multiphysics modeling and/or machine learning in food processing and relevant fields.

Interested applicants should apply online at https://hr.utk.edu/staff-positions/. Please include:

(1) An application letter summarizing experience and career interest, (2) A curriculum vitae, (3) the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references, and (4) copies of unofficial academic transcripts.

Any inquiries about this position should be directed to Dr. Jiajia Chen through email (Jiajia.chen@utk.edu). UT Food Engineering Website: https://foodengineering.tennessee.edu/

Screening of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.