[sPDG] June 2016 Update - Job Listings, IAFP Must-Know Guide, Session Monitoring, OPEN ME!
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llyang
Jul 6, 2016, 9:01:10 PM7/6/16
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Hello! Happy June, sPDG-ers...and guess what...it's almost time for IAFP!
For those of you who've just recently joined IAFP (and the Student Professional Development Group), a big hearty welcome to you!
1. IAFP Must-Know Guide - See Attachment
2. Session Monitoring Sign Up - TBA
3. Needed: Student Liaison for the Developing Food Safety Professionals PDG.
4. Selling IAFP 2016 Commemorative T-Shirts at IAFP!
5. Pre-IAFP student hangout: Morgan Street Brewery, Saturday (July 30) @ 7:30PM
6. Need Housing for IAFP 2016? Find Roommates Here!
LINK: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YBFvWuPG6-tjbe95b2K-q_m8fbyprZu7sbTXVmufM5A/edit?usp=sharing
7. IAFP Session (2016 - 2017) Planning
8. Job Listings:
a) Research Scientist with OPUS International Client Company - Dairy
b) Co-Op at Diageo
c) LSU AgCenter Full Professor - Digestive Fate and Microbial Flora
(d) S&D Coffee - Quality Supervisor
1. IAFP Must-Know Guide.
Please find the attached pdf: "How to Prepare for IAFP2016 Guide and Tips".
You can also access it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bww0JC-w4LSPRW1OZXhfTmxHalk/view?usp=sharing
In this short two-pager, we have included a list of things for you to remember to bring with you. Along with a list of events and fun-things that the sPDG will be participating in!
We've also included all the student sponsored sessions!
The sheet will also include a few thoughts and tips for a fabulous conference experience!
Please let us know what you think!
2. Session Monitoring Sign-Ups - To Be Announced Soon
Who: You as a Session Monitor
What: As a session monitor, you are responsible for ensuring that all presentations/sessions are ready-to-go. You will also be aiding in monitoring and moderating the sessions. This is a paid position.
When: IAFP
Where: During the Sessions (Technical, Symposiums, Round Tables)
Why: Session monitors are important to ensure the smooth running of all the presentations/sessions. This is a paid position. Please keep your eyes open for the email to sign-up; we will send it out soon!
3. Needed ASAP: Student Liaison for the Developing Food Safety Professionals PDG.
WHO: You!
What: Be the Student Liaison for the Developing Food Safety Professionals PDG
When: IAFP 2016 - 2017
Where: At IAFP and on conference calls throughout year!
Why: The Developing Food Safety Professionals is a PDG to support professional development in its members throughout their careers (whether you be a student or a new professional or a food safety professional who's been working for years). Currently, the DFSP-PDG is looking for a Student Liaison for the 2016 - 2017 term. Responsibilities include taking minutes at IAFP Annual Meeting and participating in PDG planning calls while adding to your resume! If interested, please contact DFSP-PDG's incoming Chair, Jessica Chen at ll...@cdc.gov.
4. Selling IAFP 2016 Commemorative T-Shirts at IAFP!
Who: You...or YOUR BOSS...
What: IAFP 2016 Commemorative T-Shirt
When/Where: During IAFP
Why: Every year, the sPDG sells commemorative T-Shirts. For $20, you not only contribute to IAFP and the Student PDG, but you will get an awesome cool once-in-a-lifetime IAFP T-shirt. We know you may not have the money for it, but your boss sure does! ;)
5. Pre-IAFP Hangout: Morgan Street Brewery
Who: YOU and OTHER AWESOME STUDENTS
What: Bring yourself and your friends, and meet your fellow students before the meeting begins!! This is a great way to meet other people who may be working on the same things you will be working on, and maybe plan a schedule together!
When: Saturday July 30th @ 7:30PM
Where: Morgan Street Brewery (721 N 2nd St, St. Louis, MO 63102)
Why: It will be a good time to get to know other students before the meeting to network! Come have a drink or two and say "hi". Dress code: casual. If you have any questions, comments, and/or concerns, please contact us (lly...@vt.edu)
6. Need Housing for IAFP 2016? Find Roommates Here!
For anyone looking for housing or roommates for IAFP, we have started a document for you to find others who may need a place to stay / people to room with.
Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YBFvWuPG6-tjbe95b2K-q_m8fbyprZu7sbTXVmufM5A/edit?usp=sharing
7. IAFP Session (2016 - 2017) Planning
Ever wonder how all the cool session (i.e.: symposiums, technical talks, or round-table) ideas come up? It starts with a proposition of various ideas, so please submit of your own ideas of anything in Food Safety that you'd like talked about here (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SCCua2whO4q6Agr3niI_LQUPnPt7_DAgSk9ghmKM-cU/edit?usp=sharing).
At the Student Luncheon on Sunday July 31st, we will talk more about the different ideas that people have put up! And we'll continue to develop these ideas, too.
LINK: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SCCua2whO4q6Agr3niI_LQUPnPt7_DAgSk9ghmKM-cU/edit?usp=sharing
8. Job Listings
Research Scientist with OPUS International Client Company - Dairy
Dallas Texas
Dallas Texas
Will consider MS, PhD grads and post docs
"OPUS International, Inc. has an exciting new job opportunity for a Research Scientist for our client company located in the Dallas, Texas area. The Company will consider recent MS, PhD grads or post docs. They will not sponsor.
For more than four generations, our client company has been a family-owned and run company committed to providing the freshest, most wholesome dairy products. Their dedication to pure ingredients with no preservatives makes for great-tasting products and sets them apart from others.
Responsibilities:
• Lead projects and collaborate with other scientists in a team environment.
• Design and perform experiments on the bench-top, in the pilot plant and in full-scale manufacturing.
• Collect samples, schedule testing, and organize data collection across multiple experiments.
• Evaluate data for accuracy and precision.
• Develop new or adapt existing methodologies.
• Work with suppliers to customize ingredients for product development.
• When appropriate, maintain the condition of sensitive testing equipment.
• Have a working knowledge of testing equipment and software.
• Supervise Research Technologists and Analysts.
Organizational Relationships:
The Research Scientist reports to the Manager of Research and Development. Interaction with employees in R&D, Quality Control, Technical Services, and Engineering is expected. Occasional travel may be needed.
Schedule and Travel:
Typically, work days are 8 hours, Monday through Friday beginning at 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. This schedule may be changed to accommodate project schedules.
Education and Training:
• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science or Material Science.
• Experience with colloidal chemistry, rheology, and food systems.
• Working experience with HPLC, chromatography, and rheometers.
• Basic understanding of analytical techniques such electron microscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and particle size analyzer is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dairy processing experience is a plus.
• Industry experience is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, and JMP or Excel Stat is preferred.
All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship.
For additional information, please contact Moira McGrath, (954) 428-3888or moira@foodscience.com.
"OPUS International, Inc. has an exciting new job opportunity for a Research Scientist for our client company located in the Dallas, Texas area. The Company will consider recent MS, PhD grads or post docs. They will not sponsor.
For more than four generations, our client company has been a family-owned and run company committed to providing the freshest, most wholesome dairy products. Their dedication to pure ingredients with no preservatives makes for great-tasting products and sets them apart from others.
Responsibilities:
• Lead projects and collaborate with other scientists in a team environment.
• Design and perform experiments on the bench-top, in the pilot plant and in full-scale manufacturing.
• Collect samples, schedule testing, and organize data collection across multiple experiments.
• Evaluate data for accuracy and precision.
• Develop new or adapt existing methodologies.
• Work with suppliers to customize ingredients for product development.
• When appropriate, maintain the condition of sensitive testing equipment.
• Have a working knowledge of testing equipment and software.
• Supervise Research Technologists and Analysts.
Organizational Relationships:
The Research Scientist reports to the Manager of Research and Development. Interaction with employees in R&D, Quality Control, Technical Services, and Engineering is expected. Occasional travel may be needed.
Schedule and Travel:
Typically, work days are 8 hours, Monday through Friday beginning at 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. This schedule may be changed to accommodate project schedules.
Education and Training:
• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science or Material Science.
• Experience with colloidal chemistry, rheology, and food systems.
• Working experience with HPLC, chromatography, and rheometers.
• Basic understanding of analytical techniques such electron microscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and particle size analyzer is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dairy processing experience is a plus.
• Industry experience is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, and JMP or Excel Stat is preferred.
All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship.
For additional information, please contact Moira McGrath, (954) 428-3888or moira@foodscience.com.
Co-op at Diageo
In order to be eligible you must have:
Unrestricted US work authorization now and in the future
Reached Legal Drinking Age by the time the internship starts (US Legal Drinking Age is 21 years)
A minimum current GPA of 3.0
At least two years of coursework towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Ag/Bio Engineering, or Microbiology
Previous relevant work experience or research is preferable
Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills
Strong problem solving skills; ability to gather and analyze data
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to communicate with all levels in organization
Demonstrated ability to drive projects to conclusion
A demonstrated interest and ability to pursue a career in Technical
Willingness to travel as needed throughout the internship
LSU AgCenter Full Professor - Digestive Fate and Microbial Flora
This position is an academic (9-month), split appointed position with 70% research and 30% teaching appointments; position is a tenure track faculty line with expertise in the chemical, biological and engineering development of in vitro digestion models to understand the digestive fate of foods and food structures that promote health. This position is joint appointed between LSU, LSU AgCenter, and Pennington Biomedical Research Center as the Gordon D. Cain Chair of Agriculture in the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
WORK LOCATION: Baton Rouge, LA. The LSU AgCenter and LSU maintains state-of-the-art research facilities and faculty have access to extensive infrastructure and collaborative opportunities within the School and across campus. In addition, both basic and clinical cores at Pennington Biomedical Research Center are available for the successful applicant's research program. This includes the PBRC Genomics Core that operates an Illumina MiSeq sequencing instrument capable of performing 16S metagenomics analyses of microbial community compositions. Bioinformatics support is also available as is state of the art clinical research facilities and metabolic kitchen.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: A faculty line with expertise in the chemical, biological and engineering development of in vitro digestion models to understand and predict the digestive fate of foods and food structures that promote health. This position could form a highly effective, high impact bridge, in an emerging area, with faculty in nutrition, food science, microbiology and engineering and contribute to understanding the role of ingredients in nutrient absorption, gut microflora, and sensitivity to food borne pathogens. Responsibilities include development of in vitro bioreactors that simulate regions of the digestive tract (mouth, stomach, small intestine and colon) and can be tailored for individual variation, such as age, disease state or weight status. Teaching responsibilities include teaching an undergraduate course in food ingredients and a graduate, multi-disciplinary course in physical properties of foods and health. . Candidates with expertise in microbiome function in relation to diet and nutrition will be also be considered. To support research efforts, both basic and clinical cores at Pennington Biomedical Research Center will be available for the successful applicant's research program. This includes the PBRC Genomics Core that operates an Illumina MiSeq sequencing instrument capable of performing 16S metagenomics analyses of microbial community compositions. Bioinformatics support is also available as is state of the art clinical research facilities and metabolic kitchen.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Nutrition, Food Science or closely related fields with expertise in core areas as identified in responsibilities. Evidence of research excellence, ability to develop and conduct extramurally funded research, and ability to develop and effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
DATE AVAILABLE: Upon completion of selection process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 31, 2016 or until a suitable candidate is identified
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/ by attaching (1) a letter addressing the applicant's interest, (2) curriculum vitae (3) statement of research accomplishments and future plans relevant to this position (4) statement of teaching accomplishments and philosophy (5) names and contact information of three letters of reference. Paper, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Letters of reference and inquiries may be addressed to:
> LSU Agricultural Center
> School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
> J Marceaux
> 110 LSU Union Square
> 297 Knapp Hall
> Baton Rouge, LA 70803
> Telephone: 225/578-5207 Fax: 225/578-4443
> jmar...@agcenter.lsu.edu<mailto:jmar...@agcenter.lsu.edu>
> Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com<http://www.lsuagcenter.com/>
Please seeopening for a 6M to 1YR Co-Op at Diageo researching distillation & maturation. We’ll be looking to fill this role ASAP. Interested applicants will be required to apply via the Diageo-Careers website.
http://www.diageo-careers.com/en-row/searchandapply/Pages/SearchOpenings.aspx
Location:
Interns work in Plainfield, IL at Diageo North America’s Brand Technical Center, located adjacent to Diageo’s largest manufacturing plant and less than 40 miles outside of Chicago.
The Opportunity:
As an intern, you will get first-hand experience with our work, our people, our values, and our culture. Interns are given real responsibilities and challenges with projects that have an immediate impact on the business. Throughout the year, interns are given multiple opportunities to interact with senior management through both their project work and networking opportunities. All interns also receive individual coaching and training from their immediate manager and a cross-functional mentor, and the opportunity to show results. You’ll be expected to perform to our high standards and are given the same kind of performance feedback we give our full-time employees. The benefits of this program include:
· High visibility and great exposure to many parts of the supply chain by interacting with suppliers as well as Diageo manufacturing sites
· An opportunity to work for the largest Spirits-Wine-Beer company in the world, owners of 9 of the top 20 brands
· A chance to gain the experience and exposure that could lead to an exciting full-time job at Diageo
Top Accountabilities – Distillation & Maturation Co-Op (6-12 month role)
Execute laboratory research, pilot plant studies, and full manufacturing-scale trials under the direction of the Senior Manager to improve quality, efficiency, or reduce cost in the areas of fermentation, distillation, maturation, or finished distilled spirits processing
Conduct feasibility level studies to understand opportunity, ease of implementation, probability of success and potential savings
Generate new specifications, manufacturing procedures, and qualification plans to implement opportunities within the manufacturing sites
In order to be eligible you must have:
Unrestricted US work authorization now and in the future
Reached Legal Drinking Age by the time the internship starts (US Legal Drinking Age is 21 years)
A minimum current GPA of 3.0
At least two years of coursework towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Ag/Bio Engineering, or Microbiology
Previous relevant work experience or research is preferable
Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills
Strong problem solving skills; ability to gather and analyze data
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to communicate with all levels in organization
Demonstrated ability to drive projects to conclusion
A demonstrated interest and ability to pursue a career in Technical
Willingness to travel as needed throughout the internship
LSU AgCenter Full Professor - Digestive Fate and Microbial Flora
This position is an academic (9-month), split appointed position with 70% research and 30% teaching appointments; position is a tenure track faculty line with expertise in the chemical, biological and engineering development of in vitro digestion models to understand the digestive fate of foods and food structures that promote health. This position is joint appointed between LSU, LSU AgCenter, and Pennington Biomedical Research Center as the Gordon D. Cain Chair of Agriculture in the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
WORK LOCATION: Baton Rouge, LA. The LSU AgCenter and LSU maintains state-of-the-art research facilities and faculty have access to extensive infrastructure and collaborative opportunities within the School and across campus. In addition, both basic and clinical cores at Pennington Biomedical Research Center are available for the successful applicant's research program. This includes the PBRC Genomics Core that operates an Illumina MiSeq sequencing instrument capable of performing 16S metagenomics analyses of microbial community compositions. Bioinformatics support is also available as is state of the art clinical research facilities and metabolic kitchen.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: A faculty line with expertise in the chemical, biological and engineering development of in vitro digestion models to understand and predict the digestive fate of foods and food structures that promote health. This position could form a highly effective, high impact bridge, in an emerging area, with faculty in nutrition, food science, microbiology and engineering and contribute to understanding the role of ingredients in nutrient absorption, gut microflora, and sensitivity to food borne pathogens. Responsibilities include development of in vitro bioreactors that simulate regions of the digestive tract (mouth, stomach, small intestine and colon) and can be tailored for individual variation, such as age, disease state or weight status. Teaching responsibilities include teaching an undergraduate course in food ingredients and a graduate, multi-disciplinary course in physical properties of foods and health. . Candidates with expertise in microbiome function in relation to diet and nutrition will be also be considered. To support research efforts, both basic and clinical cores at Pennington Biomedical Research Center will be available for the successful applicant's research program. This includes the PBRC Genomics Core that operates an Illumina MiSeq sequencing instrument capable of performing 16S metagenomics analyses of microbial community compositions. Bioinformatics support is also available as is state of the art clinical research facilities and metabolic kitchen.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Nutrition, Food Science or closely related fields with expertise in core areas as identified in responsibilities. Evidence of research excellence, ability to develop and conduct extramurally funded research, and ability to develop and effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
DATE AVAILABLE: Upon completion of selection process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 31, 2016 or until a suitable candidate is identified
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/ by attaching (1) a letter addressing the applicant's interest, (2) curriculum vitae (3) statement of research accomplishments and future plans relevant to this position (4) statement of teaching accomplishments and philosophy (5) names and contact information of three letters of reference. Paper, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Letters of reference and inquiries may be addressed to:
> LSU Agricultural Center
> School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
> J Marceaux
> 110 LSU Union Square
> 297 Knapp Hall
> Baton Rouge, LA 70803
> Telephone: 225/578-5207 Fax: 225/578-4443
> jmar...@agcenter.lsu.edu<mailto:jmar...@agcenter.lsu.edu>
> Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com<http://www.lsuagcenter.com/>
S&D Coffee - Quality Supervisor
Concord, NC
B.S. in Food Science or related science; or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
B.S. in Food Science or related science; or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Oversees all aspects of product quality for the Food Ingredients and Innovation (FII) Division. This position will interface with Manufacturing, Product Development, Global Sourcing, and other departments within the company. The successful candidate will have experience with Food Preservation techniques and Better Process Control. The incumbent will, along with Product Development personnel, interact with Process Authorities to develop, file, and monitor processes and process deviations as needed. This position is an integral part of the corporate food safety initiative and serves as SQF practitioner for the FII Division.
Click on the following link to apply: https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?d=ExternalCareerSite&c=1088741&r=5000088510706
Hehe! Hope you all have a great and fabulous week ahead of you! Super excited to see you all soon.
AAANDDD...we will be sending more information YOUR WAY SOON!
Best wishes,
sPDG Board 2015 - 2016
If you have any questions/comments/concerns, please do not hesitate to contact: Lily Yang (lly...@vt.edu // 808.646.1554)
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