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Politeknik Negeri Jember (Polije) has proudly inaugurated two new professors, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to advancing food innovation and applied research in its vocational education mission.
The new appointments mark a strategic milestone for Polije as it enhances its academic leadership in food science and technology. The presence of these senior academics is intended to enrich both research capabilities and curriculum quality, aligning with national and global demands for innovation in the food industry.
Both newly appointed professors bring extensive expertise in food processing, product development, and applied research. Their contributions are expected to catalyze new initiatives in product innovation, commercialisation of student research, and stronger industry partnerships.
Polije emphasises that these promotions reflect its vision of merging vocational education, industry collaboration and research excellence. By strengthening its faculty profile, Polije aims to produce graduates who are not only skilful in technical tasks but also capable of creating, innovating and leading in the food sector.
The impact of these appointments will extend into multiple aspects of campus life. Students will benefit through updated teaching methods, enriched laboratory activities and increased opportunities to work on real-world food innovation projects under the guidance of these senior professors.
Furthermore, Polije’s research ecosystem stands to gain from the leadership of these new professors: they will mentor younger faculty, lead interdisciplinary research teams, attract external funding and foster collaborations with industry and community partners to drive innovation at scale.
These developments underscore Polije’s commitment to the motto of “learning by doing” and “innovation in action.” With the enhanced faculty strength, the institution is poised to advance applied food technologies, support small and medium-scale food enterprises and contribute to regional food systems.
As Polije moves ahead, the institution’s leadership affirms that these appointments are part of a continuous effort to rise among leading vocational higher education institutions in the region. The strengthened academic core in food innovation signals readiness to respond to future challenges and to equip students for success in the fast-evolving food industry.