Postdoctoral Associate Nutrition and Health

Position Title :

Postdoctoral Associate - Nutrition and Health

Appointment Type : Post Doc / Trainee

Job Description :

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities :

Conduct research and evaluation related to nutrition incentive programs and broader policy systems and environmental (PSE) change strategies.

Collaborate with community coalitions and stakeholders to implement and assess interventions aligned with the High Obesity Program

Contribute to data collection analysis and dissemination of findings to inform public health practice and policy.

Design and implement evaluation strategies for nutrition incentive programs including SNAP-based initiatives and produce prescription programs.

Assess the effectiveness and reach of Food is Medicine interventions in improving dietary behaviors and health outcomes.

Analyze program data and contribute to reports publications and presentations that inform policy and practice.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to support evidence-based program development and scaling.

Support implementation and evaluation of a peer-to-peer learning initiative aimed at enhancing resilience reducing social isolation and promoting self-determination.

Develop and apply mixed-methods evaluation tools to assess program outcomes and participant experiences.

Required Minimum Qualifications :

Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in public health nutrition health promotion behavioral science community health or a related field.

Valid drivers license

Demonstrated experience in community-based research program implementation or evaluation related to public health or health promotion.

Experience with qualitative and / or quantitative research methods including data collection analysis and interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge of policy systems and environmental (PSE) change strategies in the context of nutrition physical activity or chronic disease prevention.

Experience with project coordination and time management across multiple concurrent tasks.

Experience with program evaluation frameworks and tools especially in public health or community-based settings.

Familiarity with federal nutrition programs (e.g. SNAP WIC) and / or Food is Medicine initiatives.

Proficiency with data analysis software (e.g. R SAS SPSS Dedoose or similar).

Department / Program & College Description :

The mission of the College of Health and Human Sciences is to create share and apply knowledge to improve peoples lives through the science and technology of living and learning. We prepare transformative leaders for our nation and the world. To make the world a better place CHHS will utilize its strengths in student-centered education global citizenship collaboration and innovation in research and technology. CHHS will lead in developing sustainable ways to provide innovations in health and wellness education entrepreneurism financial wellness and STEM fields (science technology engineering and mathematics). We will design tools and an infrastructure leading to enhanced living and learning. Major advancements in 21st-century living present opportunities for CHHS to be at the global forefront in addressing common challenges.

Department Unit / Website :

Start Date :

January 2 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term :

September 30 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year :

12 Month Work Period

Time Type : Full time

Application Instructions :

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following :

1) Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application / Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free : 1-.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as :

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans

Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Various voluntary benefits and discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date :

December 3 2025

Posting Close Date : December 17 2025

Job Requisition Number :

R18214

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Virology,Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Microscopy,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1