Careers in Food Science Event!

Turn your STEM degree into a Career in Food Science! Event Careers in Food Science November 2, 2026 • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm EST Wondering how your lab skills, chemistry background, or biology knowledge can translate to the real world? Join us tonight for a career panel featuring scientists from McCormick & Company, Theiagen Genomics, and the FDA! Discover how food science professionals apply chemistry, microbiology, and research to product development, food safety, and sustainability. Get expert advice, hear about real-world career paths, and ask questions during our live Q&A.  The food science community is incredibly welcoming and enthusiastic about mentoring students. This is an awesome opportunity to learn about career paths and build up your network! When: Tonight, Nov 2 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Where: University Career Center (Hornbake Library, South Wing 3135) Questions? Email career advisors for CMNS at cmnscareers@umd.edu Panelists include: Dr. Julie Haendiges, Public Health Team Lead with Theiagen Genomics Dr. Laura Markley, Toxicologist, Risk Assessor with FDA, Human Food Program Michael Petrone, Principal Scientist with McCormick & Co.