Assistant Professor of Nutrition – Nutritional Science

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation within the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences at the University of North Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nutrition with expertise in nutritional sciences or molecular aspects of nutrition. We seek an innovative scholar whose research explores the molecular and cellular mechanisms through which nutrition influences human physiology, metabolism, health, and/or disease using human, culture, tissue, and/or animal models. The successful candidate will establish an externally funded research program that advances scientific discovery while educating and mentoring the next generation of nutrition scientists. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment at one of the nation's leading public research universities, where innovation, discovery, and translational impact are central to our mission. Furthermore, this is an opportunity to help guide the development of innovative degree programs in nutrition to prepare students to meet the rapidly evolving job market and health needs of the community.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Nutrition, Nutritional Sciences, Molecular Nutrition, Biochemistry, or a closely related field. ABD will be considered but candidates must hold degree at the time of appointment.
• Evidence of a strong and growing research agenda with potential for sustained external funding.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students.

Nice To Haves

• Nutritional genomics and nutrigenomics
• Nutritional biochemistry
• Metabolic regulation and metabolic disease
• Cellular signaling and nutrient sensing
• Micronutrient metabolism
• Obesity and diabetes
• Inflammation and oxidative stress
• Gut microbiome and host interactions
• Epigenetics and nutrition
• Precision nutrition and personalized health
• Aging, longevity, and nutrition
• Diet-related chronic disease prevention
• Applicants utilizing cutting-edge methodologies, including but not limited to omics technologies, molecular biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, or translational research approaches—are especially encouraged to apply.
• Experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in molecular nutrition.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition, nutritional biochemistry, metabolism, and related disciplines.
• Mentor undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students while fostering an engaging and collaborative research environment.
• Publish impactful research in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to advance innovative and translational research initiatives.
• Contribute to curriculum development, departmental governance, and professional service activities.

Benefits

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
• ORP Eligible Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree