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General Coordinator, Food Sciences & Technology

Classification Information

Food Sciences & Technology
Food Sciences and Technology uses chemistry, biology, engineering, and creativity to produce healthy food that is sustainable, safe, and nutritious. Food Sciences and Technology performs research, develops innovative new products and markets to the world, and promotes health while finding sustainable solutions to feed the worlds growing population.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 2
Intermediate: These positions require some experience and education but are not expected to act independently.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Coordinator for Food Sciences and Technology plays a key role in supporting the department's mission to create sustainable, safe, and nutritious food solutions. This intermediate-level professional position involves coordinating and contributing to research initiatives, product development, and educational programs aimed at addressing global challenges in food science. The coordinator leverages their knowledge in chemistry, biology, and engineering to support project planning, facilitate communication, and ensure that objectives are met effectively and efficiently. Working as part of a collaborative team, the General Coordinator assists in managing projects that promote health and sustainability while exploring innovative approaches to food production and marketing. This role includes responsibilities such as monitoring project progress, organizing resources, and engaging with stakeholders to align efforts with departmental goals. By building on their prior experience and education, the General Coordinator contributes to advancing the department's research capabilities, enhancing its outreach impact, and supporting efforts to feed a growing global population.