Associate / Full Professor - Department Head for Food Science 509538 Amherst, Massachusetts, United States Academic Year (9 Months) College of Natural Sciences Full Time MSP On Site Tenure Track Faculty Opening on: Aug 20 2026 Title: Associate / Full Professor - Department Head for Food Science Executive Area: Academic Affairs College/School/MBU: College of Natural Sciences Department: Food Sciences Work Location:
Amherst Schedule: full time Work Arrangement: Onsite Job Summary The Department of Food Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position with a five-year commitment to serve as Department Head. This is a mid-career or senior level position, and the candidate will be reviewed for tenure during their first year of appointment. They are expected
to have at least 5 years’ experience in a tenure-track professorship post in Food Science or related fields, with a record of excellence in research, teaching, and outreach. A successful record of leadership in grant-funded projects is desirable. Essential Functions We seek a dynamic, innovative, and principled academic leader with a strong track record in leadership and a vision for the future of food science, who
will advance excellence in the research, education, extension, and outreach mission of the department while strengthening a culture of collegiality and shared purpose. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience working constructively across differing perspectives, supporting faculty and staff development, promoting fair and transparent academic processes, and aligning individual strengths with
department-wide strategic goals.Preference will be given to candidates who would demonstrate excellence in advancing interdisciplinary and translational research in food science and complementing the current research areas of the food science. The successful candidate must be committed to fostering a collegial and collaborative workplace that attracts and retains a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students.
The Department of Food Science places special emphasis on research excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, experiential learning, student success, industrial engagement, and a commitment to inclusive excellence. Other Functions Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the
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