Open Department Positions

This position provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of research-based food safety extension programming, training, and outreach initiatives.

The role collaborates with faculty, staff, and stakeholders to translate applied research findings into practical education programs and technical resources. The position also directs the management, compliance, and operational oversight of the Kansas Value Added Foods Lab (KVAFL), supporting applied research, product development, and industry engagement activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree
•Three years of relevant experience.
•Valid driver's license
•Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager. This degree requirement ensures candidates possess foundational knowledge in agricultural systems, cooperative management and public outreach. These competencies are typically developed and rigorously validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and intensive experiential learning inherent in a formal degree program.

Preferred Qualifications:

•M.S. in Food Science or closely related field
•Five or more years of relevant experience
•Demonstrated excellence and expertise in food safety extension and outreach programs
•Knowledge of and /or experience performing methods for food analysis
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Knowledge or experience in laboratory administration, including budget, oversight and management
•Demonstrated experience in developing and updating organizational webpages and use of social media.

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.