Assistant Professor, Native American Nutrition

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition benefits

Health insurance plans

Retirement plans

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Professor in Native American Nutrition and Food Systems within the Department of Food Science and Nutrition. The position combines research and teaching, targeting the relationships between diet and the health of Native American communities. Candidates should have a Doctorate in a relevant field and experience working with tribal communities. The role involves developing research programs, teaching courses, and organizing events. A competitive salary of $89,000 - $100,000 is offered with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Native American communities on nutrition issues.
• Demonstrated ability to publish research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong motivation to develop a funded research program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research programs on Native American nutrition.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition and food systems.
• Organize nutrition-related scholarly events.

Skills

Experience with Native American communities

Community-based participatory research

Strong communication skills

Research skills and abilities

Education

Earned doctorate in nutrition, food science, or related field

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Professor in Native American Nutrition and Food Systems within the Department of Food Science and Nutrition. The position combines research and teaching, targeting the relationships between diet and the health of Native American communities. Candidates should have a Doctorate in a relevant field and experience working with tribal communities. The role involves developing research programs, teaching courses, and organizing events. A competitive salary of $89,000 - $100,000 is offered with various benefits.