Temporary Food Science Extension Associate
Raleigh, NC 
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Position Information

Posting Number PG194334TM
Position Number 11ASO3265
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
Specifically this position will:
  • Provide leadership in subject matter expertise and scholarly activities to transform the current Introductory online HACCP course to one that is equally rigorous, meets HACCP Alliance
    standards, and incorporates components that do not have to be graded "by hand."
  • Continue all activities and duties formerly performed by the teacher assistant position responsible for grading online HACCP exams, communicating with participants, and creating certificates, until a new process is in place.
  • Assisting and/or finalizing the translation of existing online extension courses from English to
    Spanish.


This position may also serve in any of the following capacities:
  • Provide subject matter expertise in design and redesign initiatives for assigned food science and food safety courses
  • Assist FBNS faculty, staff and distance education team with the development and improvement of online and blended courses, including development of active learning exercises, case studies, teaching manuals, quizzes and other online components.
  • Build positive, collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, food safety extension agents, students, and others and actively encourage a collaborative and team-oriented approach to brainstorming, exploration and problem-solving for instructional production projects.
  • Consult with internal and/or external project stakeholders on needs assessment, course redesign, project management and implementation of evaluation procedures to assess effectiveness of technologies and techniques in the teaching and learning process.
  • Study the latest food science research as it relates to project initiatives and communicate findings to the team.
  • Mentor undergraduate students in research, course design and development projects, etc.
  • Assist with marketing and advertising initiatives to increase/optimize enrollment and increase
    visibility of food safety distance education programs.
  • Assist in the management and tracking of enrollment of FBNS distance education courses.
  • Assist in developing a vision for the strategic direction of the food safety outreach program.
  • Extend the impacts of the outreach activities.
Is Time Limited No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Department Information

Job City & State Raleigh, NC
Department FBNS
System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title Temporary Food Science Extension Associate
Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule 10-20/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities
  • n/a
Minimum Experience/Education
  • BS degree in food science, with at least 3 years of relevant experience
  • 1-year experience grading online HACCP exams and communicating with participants
  • 1-year experience designing and producing web-based and/or digital course materials
Department Required Skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, ability to work in a team and establish collegial relationships with faculty and staff.
  • Technological savviness in using an array of instructional technologies, including hardware and
    software, multimedia technologies, online tools and learning systems, and distributed/distance learning techniques.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies as related to teaching and learning.
  • Ability to take initiative in networking with many colleges, departments, and units.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
  • High level of independence and initiative.
  • Awareness of usability and accessibility considerations in instructional design.
  • Experience designing and developing elearning or distance education courses using distributed / distance technologies either individually or in collaboration with others.
  • Experience assisting with grants and contract proposals and projects.
  • Knowledge of Moodle Learning Management System.
  • Proficiency using multimedia hardware, software, and equipment.
  • Certifications or certificates related to teaching, program evaluation, or assessment.
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
Required License or Certification
  • n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required? No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $18-$22/hr
Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 04/25/2024
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Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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Job Summary
Company
North Carolina State University
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full Time
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
10-20/hrs per week
Salary and Benefits
$18-$22/hr
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1 to 3 years
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