Date to be Posted: February 15, 2009
Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure Track
Institution (Location): University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Start Date (and other relevant dates): Fall 2009/negotiable
Salary: depends on qualifications
Candidate’s Qualifications (who should apply):
Applicants should have a doctoral degree in nutrition or a related field, and be a registered dietitian (RD). Evidence of research focus and productivity in terms of grants and publications is expected. See Position Description for details.
Position Description:
The Department of Nutrition at the UNC-CH Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in community based public health nutrition research and practice. Candidates should have proven track record in community based public health nutrition research and practice; including areas of expertise such as interventions in communities, nutrition and physical activity behavior change, nutrition communication, or nutrition policy. Focus on health expertise such as maternal and child nutrition, obesity prevention/weight management, and or chronic disease prevention is desirable. In addition to an active community- oriented research program, we anticipate that the successful candidate will participate in the leadership team for our coordinated Masters of Public Health/Registered Dietitian program. Exp. with public health agencies and organizations are desirable. Registered Dietitian credential is required. Successful candidates will develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research program, mentor students and teach graduate level courses. A PhD or equivalent terminal degree is required. The School of Public Health is actively committed to diversity. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Special Instructions:
To apply, use the electronic submission website at http://hr.unc.edu/jobseekers/search.htm. Click on “open positions” under “EPA Faculty Positions”. Submit the following materials electronically: curriculum vitae, statement of interest/qualifications, and a list of three references. Position is open until filled.
How to Apply:
Please go to the UNC job seekers site http://hr.unc.edu/jobseekers/search.htm and search for position # 1001229. You will be able to apply on-line.
Contact Information: Marci K. Campbell, PhD, MPH, RD, Professor
Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health
Marci_campbell@unc.edu
919-843-5962