Nutrition Extension Specialist (Assistant/Associate Professor)

Auburn University

Auburn (AL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track Extension specialist in nutrition and chronic disease prevention to begin January 6, 2027. This position is at the Assistant/Associate rank within the Department of Nutritional Sciences and Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

Responsibilities include leading innovative programs, training regional extension agents, developing educational tools, conducting applied research, securing funding, and disseminating results through

Qualifications

PhD in Nutrition or related area or completion of 18+ graduate credit hours of Nutrition coursework at start date.
Excellent communication skills required for collaboration and reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based nutrition programs and applied research.
Train and support Regional Extension Agents to implement and report impacts.
Identify, develop, and deliver educational tools grounded in scientific research.
Design and undertake Extension and applied research projects engaging communities.
Establish and maintain a funded Extension and applied research program.
Disseminate programming and research findings through journals and conferences.
Participate in annual plans of work, federal reports, and impact reporting.
Collaborate with faculty on interdisciplinary research and program planning.
Mentor students in developing and delivering educational tools and programs.
Teach 1 course per year as assigned.
Meet AAES/ACES reporting requirements and contribute to service.
Contribute to department, college, ACES, AAES, and professional service.