Research Specialist
The Northeast Center to Advance Food Safety (NECAFS) seeks a Research Specialist to conduct literature-based reviews on the subject of produce safety, interpret research findings and create educational materials that will provide research-based solutions to fruit and vegetable producers. We seek candidates with a background in produce safety and literature-based research. Candidates should be skilled at gathering and reviewing food safety related material for relevancy and accuracy for the intended audience. This position will be part of a team where members work remotely so should be skilled at communicating and coordinating with teleconferencing platforms and working remotely.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and implement comprehensive literature review research on various produce safety topics including water, wildlife, soil, food contact surfaces, and pathogen prevalence and survivability
- Plan, design, and develop complex research objectives, projects, and grant proposals in collaboration with partners across the nation
- Organize and implement webinars, fact sheets, and interactive online content, promoting information exchange in support of stakeholders
- Support drafting annual reports, and other communication outputs · Writing, editing, proofreading of educational materials
- Maintain working relationships with existing agencies (state and federal), community-based organizations, and other extension produce safety educators and researchers
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters of Science in a related field or equivalent 1 years of experience in a related position preferred. Experience in on-farm produce safety, such as GAPs and/or FSMA PSR or in a related field. Experience with literature-based research in scientific disciplines. Experience with adult education approaches. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
For further information or to apply with electronic application, resume, and cover letter, visit: www.uvmjobs.com and search for posting S#3649PO. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law