Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Human Nutrition

2 weeks ago

Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Human Nutrition
Requisition Number FE03977
Working Title
Department Name 81500:
Dietetics and Human Nutrition
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Tenure Track
Required Education

Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DCN) in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field, RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred) and provide evidence of potential for grantsmanship, publication, and presentations at regional and national conferences.

Evidence related to potential of graduate student mentoring and instruction should also be provided. The main areas of teaching will vary and be determined by department needs and candidate experience and expertise.

Required Related Experience
Evidence of potential for grantsmanship, publication, and presentations at regional and national conferences. Evidence related to potential of graduate student mentoring and instruction should also be provided.

Required License/Registration/Certification
Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DCN) in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field, RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred)Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DCN) in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field, RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred)

Job Summary

The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-eligible assistant professor position in the Regular Title Series.

The position has an expected distribution of effort (DOE) of approximately 20% instruction, 75% research, and 5% service through annual agreement with the Department Chair.

The anticipated start date is August 1, 2024.


The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment and the Food as Health Alliance at the University of Kentucky are leading statewide efforts to connect agriculture, food, health, and nutrition to improve health outcomes, reduce food insecurity, and build a statewide approach to address social drivers of health.

Directed by Dr.

Alison Gustafson, Professor in Dietetics and Human Nutrition, the Alliance is bringing together researchers, healthcare professionals, insurance, industry, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, and agriculture to address policy changes and opportunities to improve the health of Kentuckians.

The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition currently has 13 full time faculty engaged in diverse research related to mHealth and digital health interventions, weight loss clinical trials, community-based interventions in rural and urban areas, instruction, and sports nutrition.


The candidate is expected to expand upon, complement, and synergize with current strengths of the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition and bring new expertise and scholarship focused on food and nutrition security, health equity, social drivers of health, clinical trials, policy evaluation, food as medicine, mhealth or digital health, data science, and/or other relevant nutrition disciplines.

The successful candidate is expected to: 1) develop an externally funded research program with potential emphasis on Food as Health; food security; diet-sensitive chronic disease; 2) instruct upper level undergraduate or graduate courses with potential for online instruction; 3) mentor graduate student theses and evidence-based projects for students pursuing the MS in Nutrition and Food Systems; and 4) contribute to the multi-functional, land-grant mission of the Department through outreach and engagement efforts.
For more information about the Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, please visit
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Application materials should be in PDF format and include:

  • Application cover letter describing background and expertise specifically related to this position at the University of Kentucky
  • CV
  • Statements of teaching, and research interests (1-2 pages each; upload under Special Request)
  • Names and contact information for three references (upload under Specific Request)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
RD in addition to terminal degree is preferred

Deadline to Apply 05/15/2024
Open Until Filled No
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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