Entry-level Assistant Professor (Human Nutrition and Public Health)

Overview

This Assistant Professor (Human Nutrition and Public Health) position is located in Logan Utah which is situated in a spectacular Rocky Mountain valley approximately one and one-half hour drive north of Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate for this position will teach a full range of college courses in Human Nutrition and Public Health; perform service for the department college and university; mentor students inside and outside regular teaching hours; and maintain an active profile as a researcher in Nutrition and Public Health studies.

Qualifications

Candidates must have : Doctorate in human nutrition dietetics public health or closely related field; Doctorate in human nutrition dietetics public health or closely related field; evidence of published and / or externally funded research in the areas of human nutrition and / or public health; evidence of commitment to teaching advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; ability to obtain Master of Public Health (MPH) and / or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential within the first year of hire. Required skills and publication / presentation requirements may be earned during advanced educational studies. Preferred qualifications include experience with conducting observational applied or clinical nutrition or public health research; experience mentoring students; and experience teaching at the collegiate level.

Required Documents

Applications along with a cover letter curriculum vita and a list of at least three references should be submitted online at at the Join Us link.

• Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and / or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

College / Department Highlights

More information about this position may be obtained by contacting the Utah State University Human Resources Office 8800 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322-8800; ; phone : ; fax : . Utah State University is a Carnegie Research Doctoral Extensive University an AA / EO employer and has been chosen as a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Gender Equity Program recipient.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or .

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring promotion transfer or termination based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal state or local law.

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In all circumstances Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and / or USUs non-discrimination policies :

Matthew Pinner

Executive Director

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Rm. 401D

1475 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322

Cody Carmichael

Title IX Coordinator

Old Main Rm. 402D

1475 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination please visit or contact :

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

Required Experience :

Junior IC

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1