Open Rank Professor - Flavor Chemist

*Working Title:*Open Rank Professor - Flavor Chemist *Department:*Food Science & Technology-0836 *Requisition Number:*F_250050 *Posting Open Date:*06/18/2025 *Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):*09/02/2025 *Open Until Filled:*Yes *Description of Work:*The Department of Food Science and Technology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking applications for an open rank professor Flavor Chemist position. This 9-month (academic year), tenure-track or tenured appointment will develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program in flavor chemistry. The apportionment is 80% research and 20% teaching. This position will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska. *Research*The selected faculty will conduct research related to flavor chemistry that may include, but not limited to, identification and quantification of aroma and flavor compounds in various food matrices; evaluation of stability and controlled release of flavor compounds; and relationship between flavor compounds to consumer acceptance using various analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry, chromatography, spectroscopy, among others. This position will help enhance the capabilities of the FST Department and increase its impact and recognition as a leader in food science while benefiting Nebraska’s agricultural ecosystem and economy. Other Research Duties Include: * supervising graduate and undergraduate students. * securing external funding (federal, private, and industry sources) to support research. * translating research output into high-impact, peer-reviewed journal articles, learning programs and tools, and professional presentations. * participating in scientific meetings and other appropriate professional activities. * engaging with national and international networks to broaden the impact of their research and the visibility of UNL. The selected faculty will be an integral part of interdisciplinary teams that bridge food, health, and processing. They will actively collaborate with other faculty in the department, staff and faculty of the Nebraska Food for Health Center (NFHC), the Food Processing Center (FPC), the Nebraska Gnotobiotic Mouse Program (NGMP), and the Food Allergy Research and Resource Program (FARRP). *Teaching*The incumbent will teach a course on sensory evaluation and/or food product development. Specific course assignments may be changed over time based on academic unit need. Additional responsibilities include participating in recruitment, retention, and placement activities and teaching outcome assessments; advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; and taking leadership roles in academic programming. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See [https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/](https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/).*Minimum Required Qualifications:* * Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or a closely related field. * Demonstrated track record of academic accomplishments in flavor chemistry (publications in peer-reviewed journal, presentations in scientific conferences) according to rank. * Post-doctoral or other post-graduate experience in flavor chemistry. * Experience in advanced analytical chemistry techniques. *Preferred Qualifications:* * Track record of supervising personnel (undergraduate and graduate students, employees) according to rank. * A demonstrated record of potential to obtain external funding according to faculty rank. * Demonstrated leadership in development of interdisciplinary programs, research, coursework, and/or curricula. * Excellent communication skills using a variety of methods and platforms. * Teaching experience at the college level. *Work Location (City, State):*Lincoln, NE *How to Apply:*Click “Apply for this Job,” then “Faculty Application.” Complete the application and attach the following documents: * A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job and rank for which you are applying (Assistant, Associate, Full Professor), your anticipated contributions, and your philosophy and approach to research and teaching. * A statement describing your experience working in teams or groups and your anticipated contributions to environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum). See [Tips for Writing About Contributions to Teams and Work and Learning Environments | Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources | Nebraska](https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-contributions-teams-and-work-and-learning-environments/) for guidance in writing this statement. Please attach as “Other Document." * Your curriculum vitae. * Contact information for three professional references. *For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:*Jodi Mackin [jmackin1@unl.edu](mailto:jmackin1@unl.edu) *Job Category (old):*Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading *Job Type:*9 Month *Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:*No *Organizational Location:*Default Location

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska, US

Posted Date: 7/12/2025