Open Department Positions

The Department of Grain and Food Science seeks applications for a non-tenure-track, annually renewable position at the instructor level in the area of milling science and management. The position is for the 9-month academic year, with the possibility to work during the summer months to supplement salary. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and laboratory sections in milling/grain processing, equipment selection and maintenance, process operations management, and related regulations for food, facility and personnel safety in the Milling Science and Management (MSM) program. The successful candidate will bring a high level of milling industry experience and expertise to the classroom teaching, laboratory and pilot mill settings that are part of MSM courses.

• Teach undergraduate courses in milling/grain processing and management of milling operations.
• Exhibits a genuine passion for inspiring students and fostering their academic and professional growth.

• Support programmatic efforts including student mentoring, recruitment, internships and job placement, curriculum development, and service on departmental committees.

• Actively contribute to departmental outreach with industry partners and recruitment initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Head.

• B.S. in Milling Science, Cereal Science, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• minimum of five years of direct experience in the wheat, corn, oat, or rye milling industry (or a related field), which may include roles in production or operations, maintenance supervision, or project management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability and interest in teaching in a classroom setting
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment

Qualified persons are requested to submit a letter of application, resume, copies of official academic transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference with complete contact information to Liz Savage (savage@ksu.edu). Nominations of outstanding potential candidates and inquiries regarding this position are also welcome and should be addressed to Dr. Hulya Dogan (dogan@ksu.edu).

Review of applications will begin October 31,2025 and continue until the position is filled. Qualified applicants will be asked to grant permission to Kansas State University Human Resources Department to do a background check. Employment will be contingent upon those results.