Research Scientist, National Food Service Mgmt Institute

Job Title:
Research Scientist, National Food Service Management Institute-Applied Research Division

Grant Funded?
Yes  

Position Type:
Staff  

Campus:
Hattiesburg  

Department:
National Food Service Management Institute  

Job Summary:
Responsible for developing, planning and implementing designated research protocols and activities associated with the statement of work identified in the annual subcontract agreement.  

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adheres to University and department policies, procedures, and regulations. 

Responsible for developing, planning, and implementing designated research protocols and activities associated with the statement of work identified in the annual subcontract agreement. 

Provides leadership in coordinating activities related to designated research protocols. 

Travels as needed to fulfill designated research protocols. 

Provides leadership when serving as project coordinator for studies/activities involving other professionals employed to fulfill the ARD statement of work, as appropriate. 

Demonstrates knowledge of federally funded child nutrition programs and supporting regulations. 

Demonstrates current knowledge in research methodologies. 

Demonstrates effective time management skills. 

Prepares technical reports, manuscripts, oral presentations, and other written forms of communication for the dissemination of research findings following ARD guidelines. 

Functions as a productive and contributing member of the ARD staff. Participates on an annual basis in developing the ARD's statement of work for submission to funder. Keeps appropriate individuals on the ARD staff informed of statement of work activities. Provides status reports documenting milestones regarding ongoing projects. Works independently to fulfill designated ARD responsibilities. Collaborates with ARD researchers on protocols/activities, as appropriate. 

Performs other duties as assigned.  

Minimum Qualifications:
Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or ABD required with degree completion within one year. Degree major in food service management/institution management; or a major in food and nutrition will be considered. 

Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience are required. 

Must be able to travel.  

Preferred Qualifications:
If earned doctoral degree in in food and nutrition, a master's degree in food service management/institution management is preferred. 

Experience with child nutrition programs and knowledge of regulations associated with these programs is preferred. 

Possession of the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is preferred.  

Posting Date:
01-13-2010  

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
Required to talk and hear. 
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; push or pull objects, tools, or controls; use hands to grasp objects, tools, or controls. Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; stand or walk; and use hands to finger objects, tools, or controls. 
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile.  

Additional University/Departmental Information:
Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university fulfilling its mission of being a leading university in engaging and empowering individuals to transform lives and communities. The University of Southern Mississippi, which enrolls nearly 16,000 students each year, is the only dual-campus university in Mississippi with campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach. Six additional research sites are located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and in Meridian. Learn more at www.usm.edu  

Work Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.  



The University of Southern Mississippi Job Announcement
National Food Service Management Institute, Applied Research Division
Research Scientist Position

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