Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Human Nutrition
Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Human Nutrition
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The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a fulltime twelvemonth tenureeligible assistant professor position in the Regular Title Series. The position has an expected distribution of effort DOE of approximately 60 instruction 35 research and 5 service through annual agreement with the Department Chair. The anticipated start date is July 1 2025. The successful candidate is expected to: 1 exhibit excellence in classroom instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; 2 mentor graduate student theses and evidencebased projects for students pursuing the MS in Nutrition and Food Systems; 3 support experiential learning opportunities for students including clinical simulations at the University of Kentucky Healthcare Simulation Center; 4 develop a research program with an emphasis in the area of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease preferably with a clinical focus; 5 support and expand multidisciplinary opportunities with clinicians; and 6 contribute to the multifunctional landgrant mission of the Department through outreach and engagement efforts. For more information about the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition please visit . Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD EdD DCN in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred). Evidence related to instruction and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is expected. As well evidence of potential for grantsmanship publication and presentations at regional and national conferences should be provided. The main areas of teaching will vary and be determined by department needs and candidate experience and expertise; however a professional background or experience teaching in clinical nutrition medical nutrition therapy counseling chronic disease management wellness and/or sports nutrition is preferred. Salary is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with diverse rewards focusing on your total wellbeing and career development with leadership striving to provide a strong worklife integration. The university generously contributes to employees retirement plans medical coverage and life insurance. In addition UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits please visit: . Application materials should be in PDF format and include: Application cover letter describing background and expertise specifically related to this position at the University of Kentucky CV Statements of teaching and research interests 12 pages each; upload under Specific Request1 Names and contact information for three references (upload under Specific Request 2
The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a fulltime twelvemonth tenureeligible assistant professor position in the Regular Title Series. The position has an expected distribution of effort DOE of approximately 60 instruction 35 research and 5 service through annual agreement with the Department Chair. The anticipated start date is July 1 2025. The successful candidate is expected to: 1 exhibit excellence in classroom instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; 2 mentor graduate student theses and evidencebased projects for students pursuing the MS in Nutrition and Food Systems; 3 support experiential learning opportunities for students including clinical simulations at the University of Kentucky Healthcare Simulation Center; 4 develop a research program with an emphasis in the area of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease preferably with a clinical focus; 5 support and expand multidisciplinary opportunities with clinicians; and 6 contribute to the multifunctional landgrant mission of the Department through outreach and engagement efforts. For more information about the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition please visit . Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD EdD DCN in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred). Evidence related to instruction and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is expected. As well evidence of potential for grantsmanship publication and presentations at regional and national conferences should be provided. The main areas of teaching will vary and be determined by department needs and candidate experience and expertise; however a professional background or experience teaching in clinical nutrition medical nutrition therapy counseling chronic disease management wellness and/or sports nutrition is preferred. Salary is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with diverse rewards focusing on your total wellbeing and career development with leadership striving to provide a strong worklife integration. The university generously contributes to employees retirement plans medical coverage and life insurance. In addition UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits please visit: . Application materials should be in PDF format and include: Application cover letter describing background and expertise specifically related to this position at the University of Kentucky CV Statements of teaching and research interests 12 pages each; upload under Specific Request1 Names and contact information for three references (upload under Specific Request 2
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