Position Vacancy ID:
94853-AS

Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable

Working Title:
CDR Scientist

Official Title:
SENIOR SCIENTIST(E10BN) or ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST(E10FN)

Hiring Department:
A071300-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/DAIRY RES, CTR FOR

FTE:
100%

Anticipated Begin Date:
AUGUST 10, 2018

Term:
This is a renewable appointment.

Advertised Salary:
Minimum $64,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Degree and area of specialization:
Ph.D. required in Food Science, Bacteriology/Microbiology or related fields

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
3 -5 years post PhD desired
Expertise in microbiological testing of dairy products or bacteria and genomics associated with dairy related microbiota (microbial communities) including yeasts, molds and bacteria is highly desired.
Familiarity with next generation sequencing approaches preferred.
Familiarity with cheese manufacture and food safety practices preferred.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Recognized expert in one or more aspects of a specific area of research is required.
Authored or co-authored at least 5 articles in refereed journals, post degree; or authored or co-authored one major scholarly work, post degree is preferred
Ability to exhibit a broadened knowledge of the theory and technology of the field is preferred.


License or Certificate:


Position Summary:
The Center for Dairy Research (CDR) is one of the premier dairy research centers in the World. CDR serves as a national leader in strategic research to improve the competitive position of the dairy industry by linking Center/University faculty, staff, students and the dairy/food industries in order to address key issues resulting in the transfer of technology and communication of information.

The scientist will make significant and creative contributions to the research and outreach activities of the Center for Dairy Research.

Additional Information:
Title level prefix to be determined based on candidate qualification upon hire.

Contact:
Carmen Huston
huston@cdr.wisc.edu
608-262-3416
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Instructions to Applicants:
To begin the application process please click on the Apply Now button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position.

Additional Link:
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NOTE: A Period of Evaluation will be Required

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Applications Open: Jun 25 2018 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Aug 5 2018 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time


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