Assistant Professor - Food Science

Overview

The Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition and Health Promotion (BNHP) at Mississippi State University (MSU) seeks to fill a 9-month tenure‑track position to begin August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will hold a 70% appointment in teaching through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and a 30% appointment in research through the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in food science and technology, food microbiology, food chemistry, food biochemistry, and/or food product development.

In addition, the candidate will be expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in their area through scholarship, extramural funding, and mentoring graduate students.

UC

The Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition & Health Promotion has academic, research, and extension education missions within the traditions of land‑grant universities. Faculty expertise includes biochemistry, nutrition/dietetics, food science and technology, culinology, and health promotion disciplines. The Department offers B.S., M.S., M.P.H., and Ph.D. degrees and currently has approximately 550 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate students. A hallmark of the Department is its success in preparing undergraduates for medical school, dental school, veterinary school, and other biomedical professional and graduate programs.

Food Science

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• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Conduct research, seek extramural funding, publish scholarly works
• Perform departmental, college, university, and professional service

Doctoral degree in food science, microbiology, or closely related field from an accredited institution. Experience in proposal writing and publications in refereed journals.

Yes

Applicants must have the ability to develop a research program in their area of interest with extramural funding, teach in various areas of food science and technology, advise both undergraduate and graduate students, and work with a diverse, international student population and faculty. Ability to work collaboratively, strong oral and writing communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and collegial work environment;

work effectively with others as a team member.

No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

All applicants must apply online s.msstate.edu. Candidates should submit additional required items by online attachments or other means. These items include, but are not limited to:

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