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Rochester Institute of Technology
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Tenure Track Faculty
9205BR
College of Engineering Technology
CET Dept of Packaging & Graphic Media Science

Faculty Type (Tenure Status): Tenure-Track
Faculty Discipline:
Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor
Employment Category: Fulltime
Anticipated Start Date: 13-Aug-2025

Detailed Job Description
The Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Packaging Science, with a research emphasis in food packaging/food science. This 9-month faculty appointment offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academic community and contribute to advancing the field through teaching, research, and service.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Teaching:
    • Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in packaging science, with a focus on food packaging and food science.
    • Engage in innovative curriculum development and contribute to the continuous improvement of academic programs.
    • Mentor and advise students, fostering their academic and professional growth.
    • Student engagement in the classroom using activity-based pedagogical strategies is expected.
  • Research:
    • Establish and maintain a productive, externally funded research program in food packaging and food science. Examples of research lines may include, but not limited to: sustainable packaging, active and intelligent packaging, packaging materials, food safety, and food quality related to packaging. CET has invested in the development and growth of Research Impact Areas: Forging our Future; Toward a Safer Society, Expanding Human Capacity. These faculty-led collaborative research groups leverage existing expertise and nurture the next generation of faculty leadership.
    • Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
  • Service:
    • Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including serving on committees and contributing to governance.
    • Engage with industry stakeholders and professional organizations to promote the field of packaging science.
    • Participate in outreach activities to disseminate knowledge and enhance the visibility of the department and institution.
  • Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with colleagues within the department and across the institution on interdisciplinary research projects.
    • Foster partnerships with industry to advance research and provide real-world learning opportunities for students.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, faculty, and industry partners.
    • Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to RIT's core values, honor code, and statement of diversity.



Department/College Description
The College:
The College of Engineering Technology (CET) is home to nine undergraduate and six graduate programs. It is one of RIT's nine colleges and enrolls approximately 12% percent of the university's students. CET prides itself on its constant evolution, innovation, and global outreach via online learning, corporate education, and international programs. CET is known throughout the RIT, national, and international communities as an excellent choice for an education that embraces the integration of “hands-on-minds-on learning” and application-based instruction grounded in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) (www.rit.edu/cet). CET supports all students in an inclusive learning environment and welcomes a diverse student body where first generation and AALANA (African American, Latin American and Native American) represent greater than 20% of our undergraduate population.

The Department:
The Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science is a recent merger of two departments: Packaging Science and Graphic Media Science and Technology. With a rich history and strong alumni support, the Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science has a unique opportunity to build upon the traditions of each program independently, while offering new and unique learning opportunities built on the synergies afforded by academic and industry partnerships. With the recent creation of the Hammer Family Packaging and Graphic Media Center, this new department has the potential to advance research and application in a variety of packaging and print sectors. The department offers undergraduate and master's degrees. PGMS faculty engage students in a blend of project-based and research-oriented educational activities in two master-of-science degrees and two bachelor-of-science degree programs. PGMS' students benefit from the department's flexible and innovative instructional delivery that features world-class laboratories, cross-disciplinary education, collaborative activities, and industrial experience through a required cooperative education program. The PGMS department features state-of-the-art laboratories focused in package design and testing, polymer processing and materials conversion, structural design and rapid prototyping, printing technology; color management; substrates, and inks and coatings development and testing. More information about the department (including its mission and vision statements), may be found here: https://www.rit.edu/engineeringtechnology/department-packaging-and-graphic-media-science


Required Minimum Qualifications
  • Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
  • Education:
    • A Ph.D. in Food Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.
  • Experience:
    • Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
    • A strong publication record in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
    • Previous experience in securing external funding for research is highly desirable.
    • Candidates with professional industry experience are encouraged to apply



Required Minimum Education Level
PhD

Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References, Research Statement, Statement of Diversity Contribution, Statement of Teaching Philosophy

How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty; search openings, then Keyword Search 9205BR. . Please submit your application, curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and upload the following attachments:

The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details


RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov.





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