Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences, Inflammation and Chronic Disease Prevention
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 May 09, 2025 | |
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POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Nutritional Sciences (https://nutrition.hhd.psu.edu) at the Pennsylvania State (Penn State) University, a Land-grant University, seeks a tenure-track eligible Associate Professor whose work centers on the development, implementation, evaluation, and/or translation of clinical nutrition interventions to prevent inflammation and chronic disease across populations. We are particularly interested in candidates who have successfully partnered with medical schools, and who focus on first responders, those with cancer, and other populations with special health care needs. The tenure home will be in the Department of Nutritional Sciences. This position comes with a competitive start-up package and salary based on 36-weeks of service annually, which can be supplemented with additional salary up to a total of 48 weeks from external competitive grants, contracts, and/or endowment funds. This position will complement the research of existing faculty within the Department, the College of Health and Human Development, and across the University, which includes research related to prevention of cardiovascular disease; ingestive and eating behaviors; mechanisms of obesity; studies of diet, physical activity and disease prevention; maternal child health including pregnancy, lactation and child nutrition; rural nutrition; research on genetic models of inflammation; epidemiology, and global health nutrition. Teaching and service expectations will be appropriate to Penn State's mission as a Land Grant university. The successful applicant's research may span the translational research spectrum from preclinical to population-based work. Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate, through prior actions and achievements, intentional and actioned commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Examples of such contributions are research or creative activity focused on empowering underserved populations; teaching, mentorship, and service that increases equitable access; and inclusion in fields where historically excluded populations are underrepresented. This position is located at the University Park campus of Penn State in State College, Pennsylvania, a picturesque locale in the heart of the Commonwealth known as Happy Valley. As a vibrant college town, State College hosts year-round festivals and activities and is near countless miles of hiking trails and state parks. State College is not only centrally located in Pennsylvania, but also the Mid-Atlantic region. Major metropolitan areas including Baltimore, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg are just a short drive away. The preferred start date for the position is January 2026, but a later start date is negotiable. Position Requirements for a successful candidate will:
About the Department of Nutritional Sciences The National Research Council ranked Penn State's Graduate Program in Nutritional Sciences among the nation's best. More information is available at: (http://nutrition.hhd.psu.edu/). The Department has 26 full-time faculty. Current student enrollments are approximately 250 undergraduate students, 44 Master's students, and 26 PhD students. The Department provides a supportive, collaborative environment that facilitates and encourages interdisciplinary translational research. Collaborative opportunities abound in the Department of Nutritional Sciences; in other departments in the College of Health and Human Development; in other Penn State Colleges (e.g., Agriculture, Engineering, Medicine, Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences); and in Centers and Institutes across campus, including but not limited to the Huck Institutes for the Life Sciences, the Social Sciences Research Institute, Penn State Clinical and Translational Institute (CTSI), Penn State Cancer Institute, and Cooperative Extension. Faculty within the department have a high success rate of extramural funding. The Department is invested in the success of the faculty, staff, and students, and has developed a mentoring program for faculty. The Department of Nutritional Sciences is located within the College of Health and Human Development (HHD) at University Park. HHD enrolls approximately 4,200 undergraduates and 350 full-time graduate students. The College includes eight academic units and several research centers and service units, including the Center for Childhood Obesity Research (hhd.psu.edu/ccor). For more information about HHD, visit:www.hhdev.psu.edu. Application & Inquiries To apply, interested candidates should complete an on-line application (WEBSITE) and upload: Cover letter Personal statement addressing interests and vision (future goals and plans) in a) research and b) teaching; A diversity statement; A curriculum vitae along with names, titles, and complete contact information for three professional references who may be contacted; and, Three peer-reviewed manuscripts illustrating the applicant's contribution to the scientific literature Please address materials to the Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences Search Committee and direct questions or informal inquiries to the search committee chair, Associate Professor Kristina Petersen (kup63@psu.edu). Please indicate "Inflammation and Chronic Disease Prevention Nutrition Position" in the subject line of email correspondence and cc: the message to Julie Brenneman (jqk7@psu.edu). Review of applications will begin May 8, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive, commensurate with background and experience. An attractive benefits package is available. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |