| Location | Ames, Iowa |
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Food Science and Human Nutrition Department in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is seeking applicants for a temporary project coordinator to:
Follow up on communication with Polymer and Food Protection Consortium (PFPC) members
Track member projects
Track projects and deadlines from intake to completion
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with plastic and polymer packaging testing
Department/Program & College Description
The Polymer and Food Protection Consortium at Iowa State University conducts industry‑relevant research to develop innovative solutions that improve the design, safety, and functionality of materials used in packaging and industrial applications.
Through a combination of fundamental and applied research, the consortium supports industry partners and actively drives knowledge and technology transfer to help address real‑world challenges in packaging, materials performance, and food safety.
Department Unit/Website
Polymer and Food Protection Consortium
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.