University of Connecticut |
Open PositionsProfessor & Director of Functional Foods InitiativeThe Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut seeks candidates for the position of Professor of Nutritional Sciences & Director of Functional Foods Initiative, 75% Research and 25% Teaching, 10 month, tenure-track. The Position: The University of Connecticut is committed to establishing a multidisciplinary research, instruction, and outreach initiative in the area of functional foods and bioactive food components. New tenured/tenure track positions (including this one) are committed to the initiative, which are supported by an endowment and startup funding. The appointment of this individual is central to the establishment of this new initiative. After Board of Trustees’ approval, it is expected that the initiative will lead to the formation of a new university functional foods center. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing the mission, direction and oversight of the initiative and will be expected to guide and manage its future activities. In addition to its primary focus on basic research in the area of functional foods/bioactive food components and their mechanisms of action, the center will emphasize the transfer of research outcomes to industry and the public. The appointee is expected to liaise with department faculty and other researchers in seeking grants and contracts from federal agencies and industry. Responsibilities will also include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, and advising and mentoring graduate students. Incumbent may be required to work at the University of Connecticut's main campus located in Storrs, and/or the campuses at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury, and West Hartford. Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a PhD (or equivalent) in nutritional sciences, food sciences, or a related discipline. S/he should be a full professor, or be eligible for promotion to the rank of full professor, with a demonstrated record of outstanding research in the area of bioactive food components or functional foods. An ability to lead and manage a research team and build partnerships with industry and effective oral and written communication skills are essential. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates who understand the importance of the translation of basic research and public outreach are preferred. Related Information: This faculty appointment will be in the Department of Nutritional Sciences, which is one of eight departments in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The Department’s research programs include the areas of molecular and cellular nutrition, metabolism, and community-based research. Salary: Competitive salary with an attractive start-up package. Start Date: August 23, 2010 (negotiable) TO APPLY:Please send curriculum vitae with a statement of research interests/experience, and a list of five references with their names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers preferably by email to: Ms. Camilla Crossgrove, camilla.crossgrove@uconn.edu, please refer to Search # 2010107 on all materials. In lieu of email application, materials can be mailed to: Ms. Camilla Crossgrove, Department of Nutritional Sciences, R.E. Jones Building, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4017. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Ian Hart at ian.hart@uconn.edu, 860-486-8344, or by mail: Dr. Ian Hart, Associate Dean for Research and Advanced Studies, Chair of the Search Committee, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4010. Review process will begin November 30, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (Search # 2010107) The University of Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Assistant/Associate ProfessorThe Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut seeks candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences, 50% Research and 50% Teaching, 9 month, tenure-track. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Establishing an independent funded research program on the health-promoting properties, mechanisms of action of nutrients and bioactive food components in relation to the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; advise/mentor undergraduate, masters and doctoral students; and provide professional and public service. Incumbent may be required to work at the University of Connecticut’s main campus located in Storrs, and/or the campuses at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury, and West Hartford. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D or the equivalent in nutrition, food science, or related discipline; productive research as evidenced by publications; commitment to the Department’s vision and mission; and effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral experience; demonstrated record of effective teaching; demonstrated record of extramural support for his/her research program. Related information: The Department of Nutritional Sciences is one of seven academic units within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and offers instructional programs leading to B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Nutritional Sciences. At the undergraduate level, the Department offers programs in Nutritional Science and in Didactic Program in Dietetics. A food science minor is offered in collaboration with other departments in the College. Research programs include molecular and biochemical mechanisms of nutrient action and metabolism, bioactive food components and prevention of chronic diseases, and community-based research to assess dietary needs of at-risk populations. Outreach programs include nutrition, health, and food security and assistance targeted particularly to underserved populations and provide professional service to individuals, public agencies, and non-profit organizations. Salary: Competitive salary with a start-up package available for research. To apply: Please send curriculum vitae with a statement of teaching and research interests/philosophy, and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references preferably by email to: Ms. Camilla Crossgrove, camilla.crossgrove@uconn.edu, please refer to Search # 2010047 on all materials. In lieu of email application materials can be mailed to: Ms. Camilla Crossgrove, Department of Nutritional Sciences, R.E. Jones Building, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269-4017. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Sung I. Koo, Professor and Head, Phone 860-486-1758; Fax: 860-486-3674; sung.koo@uconn.edu; Applications and supporting materials will be reviewed beginning October 12, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. (Search # 2010047) The University of Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. |
News and UpdatesFall 2009 Seminar Series
Positions OpenProfessor & Director of Functional Foods Initiative Nutritional Sciences, 75% Research and 25% Teaching, 10 month, tenure-track. – Applications and supporting materials will be reviewed beginning November 30, 2009 until the positions are filled. Nutritional Sciences, 50% research and 50% teaching, 9 month, tenure-track. – Applications and supporting materials will be reviewed beginning October 12, 2009 until the positions are filled. |