Assistant Professor in Native American Nutrition & Food Systems

About the Job

Please note: This position will not include H1B sponsorships.

Description:

The University of Minnesota invites applications for a 9-month faculty position in Native American Nutrition and Food Systems at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences. The appointment will typically consist of 50% research and 50% teaching, but appointment percentages may vary depending on the qualifications and seniority of the appointee.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in nutrition, food science, food systems, public health or a related field, with training and experience in community-based participatory research in nutrition, public health, or food systems
• Demonstrated experience working closely with Native American and/or Alaska Natives on issues related to nutrition, public health, and the food system; strong motivation to build a research program with Minnesota tribal communities
• Published research in peer reviewed scholarly journals on the topic of Native American nutrition and food systems; and strong communication and interpersonal skills

About the Department

The Department of Food Science and Nutrition creates and shares knowledge to ensure a safe, healthy, and appealing food supply that supports the well-being and prosperity of people and the environment. The Department creates an environment welcoming of all cultural backgrounds and fosters an organizational culture of collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurship, and shared leadership. As food, health, and well-being have a central place in all communities, we hold ourselves accountable to creating an academic environment that both reflects and contributes to our 21st-century pluralistic society. In accordance with our history as a 1862 land-grant university, we continue to create an environment of teaching, research, and outreach that serves all communities and stakeholders with respect and dignity.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $89,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment:100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Application Requirements

• cover letter
• detailed CV/resume
• statement describing your vision on inclusive undergraduate and graduate education that meets the needs of 21st century employers and society
• statement describing your research philosophy and the relevance of your research to constituents and stakeholders
• graduate transcripts
• names and contact information for three professional references (reference letters should only be provided upon request)

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.