Entry-level Assistant Professor (Human Nutrition and Public Health)
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with experience
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Dec 02, 2025 | |
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Entry-level Assistant Professor (Human Nutrition and Public Health) Requisition ID: 2025-9722 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: Quinney College of Agric & Nat Res Department: Nutrition Dietetics & Food Sciences Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience Overview This Assistant Professor (Human Nutrition and Public Health) position is located in Logan, Utah, which is situated in a spectacular Rocky Mountain valley approximately one and one-half hour drive north of Salt Lake City. Responsibilities Successful candidate for this position will teach a full range of college courses in Human Nutrition and Public Health; perform service for the department, college, and university; mentor students inside and outside regular teaching hours; and maintain an active profile as a researcher in Nutrition and Public Health studies. Qualifications Candidates must have: Doctorate in human nutrition, dietetics, public health or closely related field; Doctorate in human nutrition, dietetics, public health or closely related field; evidence of published and/or externally funded research in the areas of human nutrition and/or public health; evidence of commitment to teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; ability to obtain Master of Public Health (MPH) and/or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential within the first year of hire. Required skills and publication/presentation requirements may be earned during advanced educational studies. Preferred qualifications include experience with conducting observational, applied, or clinical nutrition or public health research; experience mentoring students; and experience teaching at the collegiate level. Required Documents Applications, along with a cover letter, curriculum vita, and a list of at least three references, should be submitted online at http://hr.usu.edu/jobs at the "Join Us" link. **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. College/Department Highlights More information about this position may be obtained by contacting the Utah State University Human Resources Office, 8800 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-8800; hr@usu.edu; phone: 435-797-0216; fax: 435-797-1816. Utah State University is a Carnegie Research Doctoral Extensive University, an AA/EO employer, and has been chosen as a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Gender Equity Program recipient. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 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To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . *updated 09/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9722/entry-level-assistant-professor-%28human-nutrition-and-public-health%29/job?in_iframe=1 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. 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