CALS- Extension Support Specialist IV- Department of Food Science (Remote)

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

1d•Remote

About The Position

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Cornell University is seeking an Extension Support Specialist IV for the Department of Food Science. This role will be part of the dairy extension program and will provide leadership for the certificate program, focusing on marketing, development of strategic partnerships, and new programs including AI and sanitation. The goal is to develop a sustainable financial model for the position through the certificate program and grants, with a target of 50% external funding by the end of year 2 and 100% by the end of year 3. The ideal candidate will have expertise in food safety, marketing to food companies, and AI, and will contribute to economic development in the New York dairy and food industry. This is a full-time, one-year term appointment with the opportunity to work remotely within New York State. The position also emphasizes fostering a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or closely related discipline
More than 5 but less than 7 year’s experience and/or equivalent combination of both education and experience
Strong knowledge of food industry and food safety
Strong knowledge of applications of AI and digital tools in the food industry
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel at least 25% of the time
Expertise in the development, delivery, and evaluation of training programs
Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted NYS driver’s license and be cleared to drive for university business
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adjust quickly to change and changing priorities
Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences in group and one-on-one settings; working effectively with industry, economic development groups, advisory boards and committees, community and funding partners and other stakeholders
Proven organizational and time-management skills
Strong leadership and teamwork skills
Fundamental competence utilizing current technology as a management and program delivery tool (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Internet and Web development)
Proven experience identifying and obtaining new funding including grants and industry support
Prior budgetary experience

Nice To Haves

Substantial practical experience in diverse sectors of the food industry
Appreciation of Agriculture as a business and as a lifestyle
Creativity, energy, motivation and positive enthusiasm

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the certificate program, including program oversight with a focus on marketing and development of strategic partnerships, and new programs, including, but not limited to, AI and sanitation.
Develop a sustainable financial model that provides full support for this position through the certificate program (e.g., through workshop income, grants etc.) and, if necessary, through development and submission of grants that will support this position.
Actively contribute to economic development activities focused in the dairy and food industry in New York.
Interpret and communicate applied research and demonstration projects.
Cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Work evenings and weekends as essential job functions require.
Identify and obtain new funding including grants and industry support.
Manage budgets.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1)
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program