Delta Directions: Visiting Scholar

The Delta Directions Consortium (DDC) welcomes academics with a research focus on rural socioeconomic development and/or health to apply to join the Center for Population Studies (the Center) at the University of Mississippi as a Visiting Scholar for the Summer of 2020. The DDC is an interdisciplinary network of partners that focuses on the intersections of socioeconomic development, health, and wellbeing, with a goal of bringing together the social sciences, public health, and law and policy with community partners to address complex issues in the multi-state Mississippi Delta Region. The Visiting Scholar position will include a 2 to 3-week residency in the Mississippi Delta (e.g., Clarksdale) or at the Center in Oxford, MS. The Scholar will have access to the Center’s office facilities and computer lab, as well as the data and mapping resources of the State Data Center. In addition to Center staff, the Scholar will have the opportunity to connect with the DDC’s members and partners, including: the Harvard Law School Food Law & Policy Clinic (lead partner), Mississippi State Social Science Research Center, Harvard School of Public Health, University of Mississippi School of Law, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi, and the Winokur Family Foundation. The ideal candidate would seek to enhance their own scholarship by incorporating the Mississippi Delta regional community into their research or by using the opportunity to examine parallels/distinctions between the Mississippi Delta and other rural communities of study. The Scholar is expected to contribute to the DDC’s ongoing efforts in the Delta region by engaging with the Center’s research team, sharing relevant insights, exchanging ideas, and participating as a speaker at the annual Delta Regional Forum (July 1 & 2, 2020).

Applicants must have a terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D. or J.D.) and a professional affiliation with another institution. Interested applicants should submit, to the email address below, their curriculum vitae and a statement of interest (1,000-words max.). The statement of interest should describe the applicant’s research area and relevant projects, how their research connects to the Mississippi Delta, and how the Visiting Scholar placement could enhance their work and lead to fruitful collaboration.

The Selection Committee will review applications on a rolling basis until May 15, 2020, or the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the May 15th deadline to ensure consideration.

The Visiting Scholar will receive a $3,000 stipend to cover the Scholar’s lodging and travel expenses. The Scholar will not be considered an employee of the University of Mississippi.

Application materials should be submitted to cps@olemiss.edu with the subject line “DDC Visiting Scholar Application.”

Food and Drug Associate: Keller and Heckman

Keller and Heckman LLP, an international law firm with an established administrative law practice, is seeking a talented junior level associate attorney with up to 3 years of experience to join its growing Food and Drug regulatory practice in its Washington, D.C. Office.  Work will include advising clients on food, food additive, food labeling, food packaging, and food safety matters, establishing appropriate regulatory status for various ingredients, and other FDA and USDA regulatory matters.

In addition to FDA and USDA experience, experience with Agency rulemaking proceedings and familiarity with matters involving CBP, FTC, or TTB are desirable.  Strong academic credentials; excellent analytical, research, writing, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; and the ability to assume immediate responsibility are required.  Due to the technical nature of the practice, an undergraduate degree or some experience in a scientific field (biology, chemistry, mathematics, or engineering) will be helpful, but is not required.

A desire to learn, and an ability to manage multiple client priorities and take direction are critical.  Successful associates will be given significant client responsibility early on, including direct client contact.  The position requires collaboration across all firm offices on challenging and interesting work involving cutting-edge regulatory and health and safety issues while working in a collegial, team-based atmosphere.

We offer an excellent benefit package, bonus plan, and salary commensurate with experience.

Send resume, cover letter, transcript, and writing sample to Jennifer Ireland, Human Resources and Recruitment Manager, Keller and Heckman LLP, 1001 G Street, NW, Suite 500 West, Washington, D.C. 20001 or to careers@khlaw.com.  E.O.E.  NO.TE: two openings may be available

Associate, Sidley Austin, Food, Drug, and Medical Device Practice

From Sidley Austin:  Sidley is seeking associates to join our thriving Food, Drug, and Medical Device practice in Washington, DC. The candidate will have significant responsibilities in complex, cutting-edge work representing a geographically broad array of clients operating in a mix of markets and FDA-regulated product categories. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who possesses the ability to work independently and as part of the team.

We require excellent communication skills. Submission of a resume and transcript is required; a cover letter is optional.  Please click here for additional information on Sidley's Food, Drug and Medical Device Regulatory practice.

Grassroots Director – National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) is seeking an experienced, strategic and collaborative grassroots leader to support and empower our 130+ member grassroots coalition. The successful candidate will be deeply committed to serving the sustainable agriculture movement and its federal policy work, skilled in grassroots campaign strategies and collaborate long-term power building approaches, an exemplary manager, and have demonstrated experience centering equity and justice in their work.

The Grassroots Director plans and implements winning campaigns to: build grassroots power, achieve NSAC's policy goals, and advance racial equity in agriculture and food systems. They also support capacity building efforts for coalition members, collaborate on communications and messaging, staff the Grassroots Council, and manage the grassroots team. The Grassroots Director shares in the leadership of the organization with the Coalition Director, to whom the Grassroots Director reports, along with the Policy Director. The Grassroots Director is a full-time, salaried position based in the Washington, DC office.

Applications will be accepted through April 3, 2020. All persons interested in being considered for the position must submit a resume, a recent writing sample, a cover letter highlighting their experience and skills relevant to the listed qualifications, and up to 3 references (whom NSAC will not contact until after a final interview). If you match 75% of the listed qualifications, you are encouraged to apply.

The required and preferred qualifications, along with salary and benefit information, can be found here.

Food Systems Specialist – Michigan State University

The Center for Regional Food Systems within the Department of Community Sustainability is seeking a full-time Specialist - Outreach to support capacity-building among and facilitate technical assistance to Michigan local food councils, Michigan food and health organizations, and countrywide grantees in the federal Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program.

One half of this position will lead efforts with statewide food and health networks and associations and work with current Michigan Local Food Council Network coordinators to support councils, seeking to build organizations' capacity to execute their individual and collective priorities. This includes assisting local food councils in building their capacity to serve as a critical piece of the Michigan Good Food infrastructure by communicating across communities statewide, setting and advancing policy priorities in the development of a post-2020 Michigan Good Food Charter, and playing an active role in a statewide food policy voice once developed.

The other half of the position will be devoted to coordinating the Center's involvement in providing local food sourcing and food system equity technical assistance, network facilitation, and educational resources development to grantees of the federal GusNIP program. GusNIP grantee assistance will center on the topics of local food sourcing and food system equity, with the goal of maximizing the efficiency and impact of GusNIP projects. Types of assistance include one-on-one grantee assistance, webinars, best practice bulletins, and other resource materials. The candidate will provide a portion of this technical assistance and will coordinate technical assistance provision by other CRFS staff.

The full position description is below and available on the MSU Careers website by searching for posting #636431. Applications will be accepted until March 11, 2020.

Food Law Associate Attorney – Alchemy Legal, Washington D.C.

Food Law Associate Attorney for Alchemy Legal's Washington, D.C. office.

Description

Midsized law firm seeking an Associate with 1-3 years of experience to work in the Washington, D.C. office on food, food additive, and other FDA and USDA regulatory matters. Work will include advising clients on food safety and food labeling matters and assisting clients with establishing an appropriate regulatory status for various ingredients. In addition to FDA and USDA experience, experience with agency rule-making proceedings and familiarity with matters involving other federal agencies such as CBP, FTC or TTB are desirable. Strong academic credentials, excellent analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, a sincere interest in food law, and the ability to assume intermediate responsibility are required. The firm places a high emphasis on teamwork and collaborate with colleagues. 

Benefit package, bonus plan, and salary commensurate with experience. Salary is flexible depending on the candidate.

To Apply: 

Please email your resume along with salary expectations. 

In-House Product and Commercial Counsel – Impossible Foods Inc.

Organization Type:- In-House Job Type:- Attorney Years of Experience:- Min 4 yrs required Practice Area:- Corporate >> Corporate - General Product and Commercial Counsel The candidate will provide guidance to product, business, and R&D teams on legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to new and existing products and business lines. Review, draft, and negotiate commercial and intellectual property agreements affecting Impossible Foods’ products and business. Remain up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations to ensure an ongoing ability to provide sound legal and compliance guidance. Assist with the drafting of terms of use, product policies, and disclosures. Provide ideas and insights into how Impossible Foods can work within the law to create amazing product experiences for its customers and consumers. Qualification and Experience The candidate must have J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school, admission to practice law in a U.S. state (California preferred), and 4+ years of combined relevant experience in law firms, governmental agencies, and/or in- house legal departments. Should have demonstrated expertise advising on the legal and regulatory aspects of product development in the consumer packaged goods, technology or life sciences sector. Must have excellent commercial negotiation and drafting skills. Should have ability to organize, prioritize, and manage projects effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Should have superior interpersonal skills and team-first attitude.

Apply here.