Extension Support Specialist IV – Food Science

Cornell University

. Provide leadership for the dairy extension certificate program .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeIthaca • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,648 - $120,030 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program development and delivery within the food industry, with a strong focus on securing funding through grants and partnerships. Possesses excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively engage diverse stakeholders and drive economic development in the dairy sector.

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Program DevelopmentGrant WritingFood Industry KnowledgeTraining Program DeliveryLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Food Safety KnowledgeAI Applications in Food IndustryBudget ManagementProgram EvaluationWorkshop Income Generation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointAccessWeb Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Food ScienceValid NYS Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Dairy Extension ProgramsEconomic DevelopmentFood Industry OrganizationsStakeholder EngagementSanitation Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership for the dairy extension certificate program
Oversee program operations with a focus on marketing and strategic partnerships
Develop new programs, including AI and sanitation programs
Develop a sustainable financial model supporting the position through workshop income, grants, and other external sources
Develop and submit grants to support the position when necessary
Achieve 50% external funding by the end of year 2 and 100% by the end of year 3
Contribute to economic development activities focused on the dairy and food industry in New York
Develop and deliver training programs
Work with food industry organizations, economic development groups, advisory boards, committees, community and funding partners, and other stakeholders
Interpret and communicate applied research and demonstration projects
Support dairy extension programs in fluid milk, fermented dairy foods, and cheese
Travel at least 25% of the time and work evenings and weekends as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or closely related discipline; with more than 5 but less than 7 years’ experience and/or equivalent combination of both education and experience
Strong knowledge of the food industry and food safety
Knowledge of applications of AI and digital tools in the food industry
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel at least 25% of the time
Expertise in development, delivery, and evaluation of training programs
Valid and unrestricted NYS driver’s license and clearance to drive for university business
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust quickly to change and changing priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse audiences and stakeholders
Proven organizational and time-management skills
Ability to interpret and communicate applied research and demonstration projects
Strong leadership and teamwork skills
Fundamental competence utilizing current technology as a management and program delivery tool
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Internet, and Web development
Ability to work evenings and weekends as essential job functions require
Proven experience identifying and obtaining new funding, including grants and industry support
Prior budgetary experience
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships
Substantial practical experience in diverse sectors of the food industry preferred
Appreciation of Agriculture as a business and lifestyle preferred
Creativity, energy, motivation, and positive enthusiasm preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays
End-of-year winter break from December 25-January 1
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
Remote work within New York State
Equal opportunity employment