Pediatric Nutrition/Precision Health & Child Obesity Researcher and Innovator

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pediatric Nutrition and Obesity Researcher to join our dynamic Emory and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta community. This role is ideal for a PhD or MD with a passion for advancing precision nutrition and addressing pediatric obesity through innovative research methodologies. The successful candidate will have expertise in collecting and analyzing high-quality nutrition data from children and families, leveraging large datasets, and applying cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models, to develop new hypotheses and predictive models for unique health conditions. Experience with obesity intervention trials in children is preferred. In partnership with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, faculty appointments will be primary in the Department of Pediatrics within the Emory University School of Medicine, with the possibility of a joint appointment with other Emory departments. We offer a highly interactive collegial research environment with state-of-the-art facilities, as well as proximity to and collaborations with the Winship Cancer Institute, Rollins School of Public Health, the Emory Vaccine Center, Emory Lowance Center for Human Immunology, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We also have active community partnerships with Mercer University, Moorehouse School of Medicine, UGA, and others. Visit our website for more information on our faculty and resources.

Requirements

• PhD or MD in Nutrition, Dietetics, Pediatrics, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in pediatric nutrition research and obesity intervention trials.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools.
• Experience with AI and machine learning applications in health research.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large datasets and develop predictive models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with precision nutrition approaches in pediatric populations.
• Previous involvement in large-scale research projects or clinical trials.
• Familiarity with ethical considerations in pediatric research.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze high-quality nutrition data from pediatric populations.
• Leverage large datasets and apply AI and machine learning technologies to develop predictive models.
• Design and implement studies focused on pediatric nutrition and obesity intervention.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and promote teamwork in research projects.
• Secure research funding and manage grant portfolios.
• Demonstrate leadership in executing high-quality research projects.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree