The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Enology (tenure-eligible) and Director of the Midwest Grape and Wine Industry Institute (MGWII). The Position Responsibilities are 40% research, 40% Extension and Outreach and 20% administration. MGWII provides applied research and extension education to the grape and wine industry in Iowa and surrounding states. In collaboration with faculty in food science, horticulture and Extension and Outreach Field Specialists, the MGWII engages and informs vineyards and wineries with research-based information to advance the quality and marketability of wine from the Midwest region.

The successful candidate will engage in scholarship in the areas of wine production, including quality and processing that integrates research and extension programs for the wine industry. Forming collaborative research teams with faculty in food science areas of microbiology, sensory, chemistry and processing and with faculty in horticulture on grape production is expected. The candidate will develop and coordinate educational workshops, informational guides and online materials to enhance the production of quality wines within Iowa and surrounding states. In partnership with on-campus and ISU Extension and Outreach field personnel, the candidate will provide educational programs and materials related to grape and wine production.

Administration responsibilities will include supervision of the MGWII staff and fiscal management. As Director of the MGWII, the candidate will coordinate efforts with the Iowa Wine Growers Association to promote and advance enology in Iowa.

All faculty members are expected to exhibit good citizenship and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior. A commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion is expected.

https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/22822
 

Closing date:
1/27/2017