Medford, MA: Faculty Position in Nutritional Epidemiology, Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy

Faculty Position in Nutritional Epidemiology
Tufts University - Medford
Faculty Position in Nutritional Epidemiology
Rank: Open (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor)
Please note that The Friedman School and this position are on the Health Sciences Campus in downtown Boston.

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, a graduate school at Tufts University (Boston, Massachusetts) seeks a faculty member to join the Nutritional Epidemiology (NEPI) Program.

The NEPI program is designed to train M.S. and Ph.D. students in the design, implementation, and analysis of epidemiologic studies that address questions of dietary intake and nutritional status. Affiliated faculty, selected for their leadership in the fields of both nutrition and epidemiology, impart the highest standard of excellence in education through both teaching and research experiences. The interactive relationship with other programs within the school, the Tufts University School of Medicine, the New England Medical Center, and the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, provides a rich environment for collaborative and cross-discipline instruction. (please refer to: http://nutrition.tufts.edu/1174562918439/Nutrition-Page-nl2w_1177953852953.html )

The Friedman School is seeking an individual with appropriate experience in research, teaching, and student mentoring. Priority will be given to individuals with a strong background in nutrition and cancer epidemiology. This is a full-time, 12-month position to begin as soon as the successful candidate is available. Rank will be based on experience in teaching and research. Initial appointment term is 3-5 years, depending on rank. Salary and benefits are competitive and will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience. This is a tenure track position.

Qualifications Sought:
•Doctoral degree in an appropriate field
•A strong record of independent research and publications
•Successful grant proposal writing experience
•University teaching experience, ideally at graduate level

Responsibilities:
•Teach two graduate level courses annually, covering a broad range of topics within the NEPI Program as required by the school
•Advise graduate students, including directing independent studies
•Supervise doctoral dissertations as appropriate
•Develop and secure funding for NEPI-relevant research
•Serve on school committees and engage in collegial cross-university activities

Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to Sarah L. Booth, Chair of the Search Committee (in electronic form as well as in hard copy). Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Email:
sarah.booth@tufts.edu

Mailing address:
Sarah L. Booth, Ph.D.
Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
Tufts University
150 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02111

Tufts University is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every current and prospective employee. Substantial efforts are made to seek out potential candidates among women, minority groups, and individuals with disabilities. In hiring and in subsequent relationships with employees, University policies and practices are intended to preclude discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran's status, or national origin. Instead, differentiation is based on consideration of applicable experience and/or job performance.

Category Public Health
Sub-Category Epidemiology
Position Faculty Position in Nutritional Epidemiology
Institution Tufts University - Medford
Region Massachusetts Massachusetts - Metro Boston
Location(s) Medford
Type Full Time
Date Posted 02/13/2009
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Tufts University - Medford
Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
150 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02111
Email: Sarah.Booth@tufts.edu