Wegmans Faculty Fellow and Internal Director of Food Industry and Supply Chain

Niagara University•Town of Lewiston, NY

2d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration seeks a Wegmans Faculty Fellow and Internal Director of Food Industry and Supply Chain. The position combines teaching with leadership and administrative responsibilities to advance the college’s food industry and supply chain programs, curriculum, student development, and industry engagement. The successful candidate will teach four food- or supply chain-related courses each semester and develop engaging course materials featuring industry trends, case studies, and real-world examples. The role also coordinates curriculum development and review with the department chair and faculty; advises and mentors students; and organizes experiential and enrichment opportunities, including field trips, conferences, competitions, study abroad trips, industry speakers, mentorships, and internships. The position fosters relationships with industry partners and supports collaborative research and other initiatives. It also assists with industry summits and related events, student recruitment in collaboration with admissions and the External Director, and written and promotional materials for the food programs. The position is full-time and is scheduled to start in Fall 2027.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for mentoring and guiding students in their academic and professional development.
Commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in business education.

Nice To Haves

PhD.
Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.
Industry experience in the food industry or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

Teach four food- or supply chain-related courses each semester.
Develop and deliver engaging course materials that incorporate industry trends, case studies, and real-world examples.
Coordinate food industry and supply chain curriculum development and review with the department chair and faculty.
Advise and mentor students on academic and career-related matters.
Organize and participate in food-related activities, including field trips, conferences, competitions, and study abroad trips.
Assist in organizing food and supply chain industry summits and related events with internal and external stakeholders.
Work with admissions and the External Director on recruitment and prospective-student outreach.
Assist in creating written materials for the food programs, including marketing materials, program guides, and promotional content.
Organize student enrichment activities, including external industry speakers, mentorship opportunities, and internships.
Foster relationships with industry partners and collaborate on research projects, internships, and other initiatives that support student learning and career development.