Assistant Professor of Nutritional Neuroscience

External Retirement Plan

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Under utilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/16/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant screening will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected; however, to be assured of a complete review, candidates should submit their application materials by December 9, 2024.

The application packet must include a cover letter of interest that details how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs of the position as well as responsibilities and qualifications detailed in the posting; a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant.

Confidential requests for information may be directed to:
Emily Noble, PhD
Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Nutritional Sciences
The University of Georgia
280 Dawson Hall
Athens, GA 30602
Emily.

Noble

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctoral degree (upon appointment) in nutrition or a related scientific field.
Position Summary
POSITION : Assistant Professor of Nutritional Neuroscience (45% Research, 50% Teaching, 5% Service), 9-month academic year tenure-track appointment in the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences https://.edu.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE :

• Develop a nationally recognized and externally-funded program in the area of nutritional neuroscience.
• Direct and support research programs of PhD and MS-level students.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition.
• Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research with faculty in Nutritional Sciences, the College of Family and Consumer Sciences and other UGA departments/colleges.
• Contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, the public and the profession.