Part-Time Food Science Advocate

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Current Penn State employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student): please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Apply internally through Workday. Do not apply here. Current Penn State student (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State: please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Apply internally through Workday. Do not apply here. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Food Science Department is seeking to hire students to serve as "Food Science Advocates" to assist with department initiatives that center on student outreach and recruitment. Students who are energetic and passionate about their degree pursuits and experiences within the department and the field of Food Science are strongly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities would center on meeting with prospective students and their families to showcase the Food Science Department's facilities and discuss your academic experience(s) within the department (i.e.: Food Science Club, Product Development, Sensory Lab, etc.). Additionally, Food Science Advocates would assist in representing the Food Science Department at events such as Open House, Ag Day, NSO, etc. It is possible that this position would require some driving to different locations. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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