Assistant Professor of Nutrition – Nutritional Science

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Department Summary

The Department of Kinesiology Health Promotion and Recreation (KHPR) at the University of North Texas has over 1100 students and offers a bachelor and a masters degree in Kinesiology and a Ph.D. in Human Performance and Movement Science. Graduate students can specialize in applied physiology performance psychology or movement science. The research laboratory supporting this position is the Applied Physiology Laboratory.

The Applied Physiology Laboratory (APL) is a collaborative research facility which includes a large well-equipped biochemistry laboratory space with state-of-the-art addition the APL also has separate dedicated and well-equipped research spaces for exercise testing (aerobic and strength) muscle and adipose biopsies phlebotomy clinical studies (with adjustable bed and TV) body composition assessment (DXA and BIA) heat exposure and an array of cardiovascular and autonomic testing. The research spaces and major equipment in the APL are shared among KHPR faculty. Further information about facilities and equipment in the APL is available upon application and request.

The department is part of the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) that prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging disability disaster management and recovery criminal justice health disparities and public safety and find solutions to challenges in public administration public and mental health exercise physiology and urban design.

We have nine academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs the Kristin Farmer Autism Center the Center for Public Management the UNT Speech and Hearing Center the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program UNT ELEVAR and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish Vietnamese American Sign Language Chinese (Cantonese Mandarin and other variations) Arabic Tagalog Farsi French or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Kinesiology Health Promotion and Recreation within the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences at the University of North Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nutrition with expertise in nutritional sciences or molecular aspects of nutrition.

We seek an innovative scholar whose research explores the molecular and cellular mechanisms through which nutrition influences human physiology metabolism health and/or disease using human culture tissue and/or animal models. The successful candidate will establish an externally funded research program that advances scientific discovery while educating and mentoring the next generation of nutrition scientists.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a collaborative interdisciplinary research environment at one of the nations leading public research universities where innovation discovery and translational impact are central to our mission. Furthermore this is an opportunity to help guide the development of innovative degree programs in nutrition to prepare students to meet the rapidly evolving job market and health needs of the community.

The successful candidate will:

Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in molecular nutrition.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition nutritional biochemistry metabolism and related disciplines.
Mentor undergraduate masters and doctoral students while fostering an engaging and collaborative research environment.
Publish impactful research in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to advance innovative and translational research initiatives.
Contribute to curriculum development departmental governance and professional service activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Nutrition Nutritional Sciences Molecular Nutrition Biochemistry or a closely related field. ABD will be considered but candidates must hold degree at the time of appointment.
Evidence of a strong and growing research agenda with potential for sustained external funding.
Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students.

Preferred Qualifications

We welcome applicants whose research aligns with Nutritional Science including but not limited to:

Nutritional genomics and nutrigenomics
Nutritional biochemistry
Metabolic regulation and metabolic disease
Cellular signaling and nutrient sensing
Micronutrient metabolism
Obesity and diabetes
Inflammation and oxidative stress
Gut microbiome and host interactions
Epigenetics and nutrition
Precision nutrition and personalized health
Aging longevity and nutrition
Diet-related chronic disease prevention

Applicants utilizing cutting-edge methodologies including but not limited to omics technologies molecular biology bioinformatics systems biology or translational research approachesare especially encouraged to apply.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Join us!

Were seeking a collaborative scientist who is passionate about uncovering the molecular foundations of nutrition and health mentoring future researchers and translating scientific discoveries into meaningful advances in human health. If youre ready to build an innovative research program while shaping the future of nutrition science we invite you to apply.

Applicant Documents
Review of applications will begin in early October and continue until the position is filled. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and align with institutional guidelines for faculty salaries. Application materials should include:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in and qualifications for the position including a brief teaching/mentoring statement
2. A current curriculum vitae
3. A research statement highlighting your past research accomplishments and an outline of your proposed 5-year research plan at UNT.
4. Contact information (email and phone) for at least 3 (no more than 6) professional references. References will be contacted only if you are selected for an on-campus interview.

Questions can be directed to the search committee chair Priscilla Connors Ph.D.

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit and takes actions to prevent discrimination harassment (including sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race color religion national origin sex age disability genetic information or veteran status in its application employment practices and facilities; nor permits race color national origin religion age disability veteran status or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice file a charge or report or testify assist or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.