Associate / Full Professor - Department Head for Food Science

The University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks an Associate or Full Professor to serve as Department Head for Food Science. This tenure-track position requires a Ph.D. and significant experience in academia. The successful candidate will lead the department, promoting research excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration while fostering an inclusive environment. Responsibilities include strategic leadership, managing personnel, and engaging with external partners. The position is expected to start on January 1, 2027, with applications reviewed beginning October 1, 2026.