College of Agriculture
and Life Sciences
Department of Nutritional Sciences
FOODS AND NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES (2 positions)
The Department of Foods and Nutrition, University of Manitoba, offers an integrated undergraduate program in foods and nutritional sciences, and a graduate program that emphasizes research in nutrition and metabolism, nutrition and health promotion in a community setting, food chemistry and food quality.
The Department invites applications for two tenure track positions, one in Human Nutrition and the other in the area of Food Quality Evaluation. Applicants for the Nutrition position should hold a Ph.D. in nutrition or a related discipline. The successful candidate is expected to teach courses supporting community nutrition, develop an independent research program with external funding focused on the community and participate in the Department's graduate program, or to teach courses in the area of food service management, develop an independent research program with external funding focused on nutritional biochemistry and participate in the Department's graduate program. Priority will be given to the applicants who are members of or eligible for membership in Dietitians of Canada. Applicants for the Foods position should hold a Ph.D. in food science or a related discipline, with expertise in sensory analysis of foods. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate courses in food composition, food quality, and sensory analysis, participate in the Department's graduate program and develop an independent research program with external funding in the area of food quality.
The applicable salary range for an Assistant Professor is $41,689 to $63,765 subject to final budgetary approval. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications. The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. This advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, transcripts, reprints, research objectives and the name, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Dr. B. Watts, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Foods and Nutrition, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2 (Tel:204-474-8069), or e-mail at watts@ms.umanitoba.ca. Application deadline: September 1, 1999.
(posted 5/17/99)
Requires: teaching undergraduate courses in foods/nutrition including introductory foods, introductory/advanced nutrition, menu planning, and purchasing; curriculum development, student advisement, promotion of Dietetics program, and committee membership. Review of applications begins June 21, 1999, or until filled. Send letter of application, vita including names, addresses and telephone numbers of references, three letters of reference and official transcript to: Department of CFS, Western Kentucky University, 1 Big Red Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101-3576. Women/minorities are encouraged to apply. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunit Employer.
The following position is available at Western
Kentucky University in
Bowling Green, Kentucky beginning in August 1999. The position is described below.
Additional information may be obtained by calling
270-745-4352.
Nominations and applications are invited for the position of Chair of the Department of Nutrition Sciences, University of Alabama at Birmingham. An academic appointment will be at the level of Professor
with tenure. Target start date is January 1, 2000 or earlier if possible. Salary is competitive based upon qualifications and experience of individual candidates.
Candidates must have demonstrated leadership ability, administrative skills, multidisciplinary philosophy and visionary perspective related to peer-reviewed research, excellent clinical care and innovative educational
and training programs. The prospective chair must be sensitive to the needs of a distinguished, multidisciplinary clinical and basic sciences faculty. Individuals must present appropriate academic credentials (e.g. M.D.,
Ph.D., Dr. P.H., etc) and physician candidates must be certified in a specialty area.
The Department of Nutrition Sciences has formal relationships with four UAB Schools: Health Related Professions, Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health. The Department has 35 faculty members and an annual budget of $4.1 million. UAB faculty have a distinguished record of leadership in nutrition education and provide graduate-level nutrition training for students in medicine, dentistry, public health, and health related professions.
Excellent clinical services are provided on an inpatient and outpatient basis through the UAB Health System. Departmental research activities represent a broad range of multidisciplinary basic and clinical nutrition investigations with considerable emphasis on, but not limited to, nutrition/obesity, cancer, and arthritis/osteoporosis. In 1997, UAB was ranked 1st based upon NIH research funding for Departments of Nutrition Sciences. Current annual direct funding for research in the Department and two multidisciplinary research centers exceeds $6.0 million; most of this funding represents peer-reviewed, federal grants or contracts. Total annual extramural research funding at UAB is approximately $275 million, placing it among the highest tier of U.S. research universities (top 30).
Applications and Nominations
Send letters of nominations or applications with complete curriculum vitae, including publications and research funding history, areas of scholarly accomplishments and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of four references who may be contacted. Informal confidential inquires with the Chair of the Search Committee are welcomed. Formal review of potential candidates will begin in July 1999 and continue until a new Chair is
named.
Send applications and nominations to:
Jay M. McDonald, M.D.
Professor & Chair, Department of Pathology
Nutrition Sciences Search Committee (Chair)
University of Alabama at Birmingham
619 - 19th Street
Birmingham, AL 35233-7331
The University of Alabama at Birmingham is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
FACULTY POSITION IN HUMAN NUTRITION
The Johns Hopkins Center for Human Nutrition is offering a tenure-track, assistant professor position in the area of clinical nutrition and metabolism. The Center coordinates an interdisciplinary nutrition program involving several departments at the Schools of public health and of medicine, and offers masters and doctoral degrees in human nutrition. More information on the Center is available at:
http://www.jhsph.edu/research/centers/nutrition>
www.jhsph.edu/research/centers/nutrition.
Candidates should have a strong research background in nutritional biochemistry and metabolism, and the use of stable isotopes and mass spectrometry for nutrition research. A focus on obesity, energy balance and protein-energy metabolism is desirable. Ability to attract external research funding and to participate in the Center's academic program is essential. Preference will be given to candidates holding an MD degree and eligible for license in the state of Maryland.
Interested persons should send a letter of intent, c.v., and names of three references to:
Benjamin Caballero, M.D., Ph.D.
Director, Center for Human Nutrition
615 North Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21205
Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer
Human Nutrition and Food; nine-month, tenure-track with 65% teaching, 30% research, and 5% service appointment.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Teach undergraduate courses in Foodservice Systems Management in an ADA approved DPD program; additional teaching responsibilities may include courses in Human Nutrition and Food; recruit and advise students; supervise graduate research in M.S. program; participate in departmental, college, university, and community activities, and in professional organizations; develop a research/scholarly activity program; participate in curriculum development, program development, assessment and evaluation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Earned doctorate, with at least one degree in Foodservice Management, Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or closely related area; registered Dietitian. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Established college teaching record; experience in dietetics practice; demonstrated research competence with publication record.
STARTING DATE: August, 1999.
CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin late March, 1999 and continue until position is filled.
APPLICATION: Send letter of application, including a brief summary of past teaching, scholarship, and research experiences and future activities and interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies will be required from the successful candidate) to:
R. Schantz, Ph.D., R.D. Search Chair
University of Wyoming
Family and Consumer Sciences Department
College of Agriculture Building
Laramie, WY 82071-3354 FOR INQUIRIES AND FURTHER INFORMATION:
Telephone: 307-766-4145
Fax: 307-766-3379
E-mail: schantz@uwyo.edu
Responsibilities: Teach courses in human nutrition, foods and/or foodservice management; specific courses to be determined, depending upon qualifications of applicant. Serve as departmental program representative for the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Plan IV/V program; provide leadership for internal ADA program study/revision; and assist dietetics students in obtaining dietetic internships. Sponsor Student Dietetics Association. Carry responsibilities in academic advising of students,curriculum development, and committee work. Develop/conduct research on relationships between food and the nutritional health of pediatric or
geriatric populations through the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station. Direct thesis research. Participate in interdepartmental Ph.D. food science program.
Qualifications: Registered Dietitian; ADA member. Experience as practicing dietitian and in ADA academic program curriculum development desirable. Ph.D. in Human Nutrition, Foods and Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or related area.
Rank and Salary: Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe Benefits:
Major Medical Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, TIAA/CREF and/or Fidelity, Social Security. Matching retirement contribution by the university.
Locational Advantage: The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is a land grant university with an enrollment of over 14,000. The University of Arkansas is considered the flagship institution in the state university system. The School of Human Environmental Sciences has approximately 300 undergraduate students. Fayetteville is located in Northwest Arkansas in the scenic Ozark Mountains close to lakes, rivers and national forests. Northwest Arkansas is served by 2 airports and approximately 36 flights daily, which link the area to nearby international airports. Major cities located within a day's drive of Fayetteville include: Dallas-Ft. Worth, Oklahoma City, Wichita, Kansas City, Little Rock, Memphis and Shreveport.
Application Procedure: Applicants should send a vita, including educational background, professional experience, academic transcripts, and three professional reference letters to
Dr. Mary M. Whan, Interim Director
School of Human Environmental Sciences
HOEC 118
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Deadline: Until position is filled.
The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, sex, or national origin. Applicants must have proof of legal
authority to work in the United States.
The Assistant/Associate Dean:
Coordinates curriculum matters between College departments and the University; coordinates
the College's undergraduate student advising program; monitors and coordinates student
academic performance matters; supervises the $550,000+ scholarship program; administers
the College's Student Ambassador program; coordinates student recruitment including
activities on and off campus; teaches a one credit honors seminar for top undergraduate
scholarship students; coordinates articulation agreements with agriculture programs of
community colleges; coordinates preparation of publications for recruiting and student
orientation; serves as liaison with university academic and support units including
admissions, undergraduate council, and diversity resources; assists dean in coordination
of academic and advising programs of the College.
Qualified applicants will:
Hold the doctorate/terminal degree in an agricultural or related field; currently hold the
rank of associate or full professor; have a record of professional achievement; have
demonstrated experience and integrity in working with students and in leading an academic
program.
The University and College:
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville(UTK) is the state's flagship campus in
undergraduate, graduate and professional studies; research and creative activity; and
public service. The University offers more than 300 degree programs to its 26,000 students
through 12 colleges. UTK is a comprehensive Carnegie I, land-grant institution. The
College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) includes nine academic
departments: Agricultural Economics; Agricultural and Extension Education; Agricultural
and Biosystems Engineering; Animal Science; Entomology and Plant Pathology; Food Science
and Technology; Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries; Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape
Design; and Plant and Soil Sciences. Enrollment includes 1050 undergraduate students, 170
masters students and 45 doctoral students. The College plus the Agricultural Experiment
Station, the Agricultural Extension Service, and the College of Veterinary Medicine
constitute the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture. Inquiries, nominations,
or applications (letter of intent; resumé; and names, addresses and telephone numbers of
five references) should be sent to:
Dr. James Brace, Chairperson
CASNR Asst./Assoc. Dean Search Committee
University of Tennessee
P.O. Box 1071
Knoxville, TN 37901-1071
Telephone 423-974-7263
E-mail: jbrace@utk.edu <mailto:jbrace@utk.edu>
The position is open August 1, 1999. Review of applications will begin June 15 and continue until a qualified candidate fills the position. The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in provision of the educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. The policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in the education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Inquires and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Business Office, 218 Morgan Hall, (423) 974-7275. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the above address.
NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMIST-UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT
CHAPEL HILL
The Department of Nutrition, Division of Nutritional Biochemistry, invites applications
from investigators with an M.D. or Ph.D. for a tenure-track position at the ASSISTANT
PROFESSOR level. The candidate's research interests should be in the general area of
nutrition or metabolism at the cellular or molecular level. We particularly encourage
applications from individuals who are using techniques of molecular biology to investigate
nutrition-related questions in biochemistry, physiology, endocrinology, or
gastroenterology, including aspects related to diabetes, obesity, or cancer.
The successful candidate is expected to maintain an independent research program, to
mentor graduate students, and to teach a basic course in nutritional
biochemistry/physiology. Our web site is http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr/
Review of applications will begin on August 1, 1999. The search will remain open until the
position is filled. A complete curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and
goals, three letters of reference should be sent to:
Rosalind Coleman, M.D.
Director of Nutritional Biochemistry
Department. of Nutrition, CB# 7400,
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7400.
The University of North Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
Rosalind Coleman, MD
Professor of Nutrition and Pediatrics
Department of Nutrition
CB #7400
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
phone 919-966-7213
FAX 919-966-7216
http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr/
Assistant/Associate Professor - Tenure
Track 12 month position in Clinical Nutrition and the Dietetic Internship program
available Fall, 1999 College of Applied Science and Technology - Department of Applied
Human Sciences -. Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students in the Clinical
Nutrition program. Responsibilities will also include development of a research program,
as well as supervision of theses and development and management of practicum rotations.
This individual is also responsible for developing and maintaining a working relationship
with preceptors and other community professionals. Qualifications include a Masters degree
and R.D. required (Ph.D. preferred) along with significant clinical experience in a
hospital or institutional setting.
Candidates must also have experience with the American Dietetic Association accreditation
process. A diverse career or experience in dietetics is preferred. Submit a letter of
application, a curriculum vita, a statement of research interests and the names of three
(3) references who are willing to provide letters of reference upon request of the search
committee to: Dr. Robert V. Acuff, Interim Chair, Department of Applied Human Sciences,
Box 70,671, Johnson City, TN 37614-0671.
Senior Extension Associate I, CA 07 available in the Division of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University. The program coordinator is responsible for administering the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) for the state of New York, including the provision of
leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and reporting, to ensure the program is carried out effectively, efficiently, and according to Federal guidelines. The program coordinator is expected to work closely with the EFNEP leader/nutrition education specialist and with county staff in determining program content, methods of delivery, and adherence to policy/program guidelines, and in incorporating research and evaluation results into the New York State EFNEP.
Master's degree, preferably in nutrition or nutrition education and 8-10 years of program supervision and management experience in EFNEP and/or related nutrition education programs; Ph.D. desirable. Three years of local or county level extension experience and certification as a registered dietitian is highly desirable. Strong written and oral communication skills required; ability to work as part of a team, flexibility, and ability to address issues of culturally diverse populations desirable. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. AA/EOE. Send c.v. and three letters of recommendation to Ms. Laurie DeNardo, Mgr. of Administrative Operations, Cornell University, Nutritional Sciences, 125 Savage Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853-6401.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to the chairperson of the
search committee:
Jamie Dollahite, PhD, RD
Associate Professor and EFNEP Leader
Division of Nutritional Sciences
3M24 MVR
Cornell University
Ithaca NY 14853
E-mail: jsd13@cornell.edu
Phone: 607-255-7715
L. Preston Mercer
Professor and Chair
Department of Nutrition and Food Science
College of Human Environmental Sciences
204 Funkhouser Building
The University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0054
606\257-3800 (office phone)
606\257-5135 (voicemail)606\257-3707 (fax)
CHRONIC DISEASE, ESTABLISHED AT THE CANCER INSTITUTE OF NEW JERSEY
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
New Brunswick, NJ, April 26, 1999 – Nutrition research and its impact on chronic diseases received an important boost as the Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) today announced the establishment of the Unilever Chair for the Study of Diet and Nutrition in the Prevention of Chronic Disease.
The Chair is made possible through a $1.25 million grant from Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer products companies. The individual appointed to the Unilever Chair will establish dietary methods to combat
such chronic diseases as cancer and cardiovascular disease, in addition to educating the public on the latest research. According to the American Cancer Society, dietary factors are responsible for one-third of the 500,000 deaths that occur annually in the United States.
Call for Nominations
Through the establishment of the Unilever Chair, CINJ will be able to recruit an internationally recognized expert in nutrition research who will lead CINJ and its partner, the University of Medicine and Dentistry
of New Jersey (UMDNJ)- Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in research for disease prevention.
The Institute is soliciting nominations to fill the position, which includes being appointed to the faculty within the UMDNJ- Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and a member of CINJ.
Submit nominations for the position to: William N. Hait, M.D., Ph.D., Chair, Unilever Chair Search Committee, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey, 195 Little Albany Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901.
Responsibilities for the position include leading a research and educational program based on nutrition and disease prevention and disseminating information on the latest nutrition research nationally and globally. This effort will include laboratory and clinical research, seminars, teaching programs and the development of other
resource materials used by many National Cancer Institute and National Institute for Environmental Health Centers throughout the United States.
“More than ever before, scientists believe that nutrition plays a vital role in the prevention of many diseases and certain kinds of cancer,” said William N. Hait, M.D., Ph.D., Director of CINJ. “This grant offers us an excellent opportunity to further research and help improve quality of life.”
Recent research conducted by CINJ has focused on compounds present in such foods as fruits, vegetables, cereal grain and tea and their ability to interfere with the process of cancer development. Widely-consumed
these products, for example, contain components called antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect the body from harmful effects of free radicals, which are an unstable, highly reactive form of oxygen that can attack biological molecules. If not controlled, free radicals can damage cells and potentially contribute to diseases such as cancer and heart disease. There are a number of studies in progress designed to establish the link between dietary antioxidants and disease prevention.
“Supporting the research on the impact food components have on health offers an unprecedented opportunity for Unilever to improve the lives of consumers both here in the United States and globally,” said Richard A.
Goldstein, President & CEO of Unilever United States and Chairman & CEO of Lipton. “The grant also reflects Unilever’s commitment to research that can be applied to products that can improve health, not just
sustain it – products known as functional foods.”
According to Goldstein, the interest in functional foods is evolving as a result of growing science as well as consumer interest. Health care costs have risen to fourteen percent of the Gross Domestic Product. In addition, the aging baby boomer population is intensifying its interest in holistic health and looking for non-drug alternatives that reduce the risk of chronic disease that many of us will be prone to as we begin to live longer.
Established in 1990, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is the state's only National Cancer Institute designated center. It comprises partner institutions including Atlantic Health System (Morristown Memorial Hospital, Overlook Hospital, and Mountainside Hospital), New Brunswick Affiliated Hospitals, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, St. Peter's University Hospital, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; and affiliates including Bayshore Community Hospital, CentraState Healthcare System, Jersey Shore Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center, Raritan Bay Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton, and Southern Ocean County Hospital. Cooper Health System and UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School are academic affiliates.
Unilever is one of the world's largest consumer products companies with sales close to $50 billion. It produces and markets a wide range of foods, home and personal care products. Unilever operates in 88 countries around the globe and employs 267,000 people.
In the United States, Unilever sales exceeded $8 billion in 1998. It employs 21,000 people and has 66 offices and manufacturing sites in 23 states. Two of Unilever's 12 global Business Groups are headquartered in the United States. Some of their major products are: Foods - North America: Lipton teas, soups, recipe products and side dishes; Wish-Bone salad dressings; Lawry's seasonings and specialty sauces; Imperial, Promise, Country Crock, “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!”, Brummel & Brown spreads and sprays; Ragú pasta and pizza sauces; Five Brothers premium pasta sauces; Klondike, Popsicle and Breyers ice cream products, and Gorton's frozen seafood products. Unilever Home and Personal Care - North America: Wisk, "all" and Surf laundry detergents; Snuggle and Final Touch fabric softeners; Sunlight dish detergents; Lever 2000, Caress, Dove and Shield bar soaps; Pond’s and Vaseline skin care products; Q-tips cotton swabs and cotton balls; Mentadent, Aim, Close-up and Pepsodent oral care products; Degree, Suave and Brut deodorant/toiletry products; Finesse, Salon Selectives, Suave, ThermaSilk, Aqua Net and Rave hair care products; and Calvin Klein and Elizabeth Arden cosmetic and fragrance products.
Contact: Penny Clark, MS, RD
212/614-5131
Patricia Talabucon
212/614-4406
Johns Hopkins Center for Human Nutrition
FACULTY POSITION IN HUMAN NUTRITION
The Johns Hopkins Center for Human Nutrition is offering a tenure-track, assistant
professor position in the area of clinical nutrition and metabolism. The Center
coordinates an interdisciplinary nutrition program involving several departments at the
Schools of public health and of medicine, and offers masters and doctoral degrees in human
nutrition. More information on the Center is available at:
http://www.jhsph.edu/research/centers/nutrition>
www.jhsph.edu/research/centers/nutrition.
Candidates should have a strong research background in nutritional biochemistry and
metabolism, and the use of stable isotopes and mass spectrometry for nutrition research. A
focus on obesity, energy balance and protein-energy metabolism is desirable. Ability to
attract external research funding and to participate in the Center's academic program is
essential. Preference will be given to candidates holding an MD degree and eligible for
license in the state of Maryland.
Interested persons should send a letter of intent, c.v., and names of three references to:
Benjamin Caballero, M.D., Ph.D.
Director, Center for Human Nutrition
615 North Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21205
Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer (posted
6/22/99)
Job Title: Agricultural Research Administrator (two positions)
Grade: GS401-14 Schedule B (long-term temporary with benefits, not-to-exceed 5 years)
Area of Consideration: All Sources
The individual assigned to this position will be a senior advisor for either the Binational Research Branch or the Foreign Currency Research Branch in the Research and Scientific Exchanges Division, International
Cooperation and Development, Foreign Agricultural Service. The individual will be responsible for establishing and implementing policies, plans, and objectives for USDA international research and scientific cooperation
programs. Current programs and projects are funded through USDA appropriations, through foreign currencies, and through agreements with the U.S. Agency for International Development and other government agencies. Activities range from long-term research projects to workshops on biotechnology and other agricultural trade issues in support of FAS goals of trade and food security. Preferred background: Ph.D in agriculture or one of the biological sciences. Experience working with universities, NGO's, and other
international organizations in the international environment. Ability to manage human resources effectively. This position is located in Washington, D.C.
Skills Required:
1. Mastery of a professional field of science and international science issues to: a.) function as a recognized science expert among high-level peers, b.) lead a full range of international research and exchange programs, and c.) advise higher management on scientific evaluation and planning.
2. Broad knowledge of USDA agricultural research goals and priorities and of other U.S. cooperators and foreign cooperators sufficient to assist in the direction of the full range of research and scientific exchange programs.
3. Ability to manage the administrative and fiscal dynamics of a complex mixture of international agricultural research and scientific and exchange programs to fulfil the goals of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. agriculture as a whole, the scientific community and international cooperators.
4. Ability to manage human resources to carry out division and agency missions, to motivate employees to reach their maximum potential, to assure that hiring, promotion, and employee development decisions are based on fair and equitable principles.
5. Knowledge and ability to carry out programs cross-culturally, taking into account differing social, cultural, economic, language systems that affect the success of international cooperation.
Please submit a (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume, (3) an unofficial copy of transcripts, and (4) a paragraph responding to each of the five "Skills Required" listed above. Please mail application to Linda Lynch, Deputy Director, FAS/ICD/RSED, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Stop 1084, 1400 Independence Avenue, Washington, DC 20250-1084, or send by fax to 202/690-0892. Applications will be accepted until June 30th, 1999, after which time, qualified candidates will be called for interviews. (posted 6/22/99)
Position: #39127
ASSOCIATE DEAN/DIRECTOR OF THE AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTER COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND HOME ECONOMICS Washington State University, Pullman, Washington
The College of Agriculture and Home Economics at Washington State University invites
applications for the position of Associate Dean/Director of the Agricultural Research
Center
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS Required: Earned Doctorate in one of the disciplines represented in the College or a closely related discipline; Record of scholarship in research, including grant acquisition and publication, appropriate for appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure in a department within the College; A record of increasing responsibility in developing, administering and evaluating research programs, including financial and personnel management; Vision for research as it relates to the WSU College of Agriculture and Home Economics. Desired: Evidence of exceptional oral and written communications and interpersonal skills; Demonstrated leadership in developing organizational excellence through change and prioritization; Commitment to enhance relationships among research, teaching, and extension components of the College; Demonstrated record of establishing partnerships with industry and organizations to enhance collaborative research programs and funding; Commitment to diversity within the organization; Understanding of and commitment to the land-grant system and its statewide research mission through Research and Extension Centers, Branch Campuses and Extension offices. GENERAL INFORMATION: The College of Agriculture and Home Economics is a core component of Washington State University's land grant mission - serving the entire state with its research, teaching and extension programs. Approximately half of the 400 College faculty are located distant from the Pullman campus at Research and Extension Centers or units, branch campuses at Spokane, Tri-Cities or Vancouver, and in county/area Extension offices or learning centers. Faculty and staff generate and disseminate knowledge about the physical, biological, social, and economic aspects of agriculture, natural resources, families, and communities. Washington State boasts the nation's second most diverse agriculture with more than 200 different crops being grown on a variety of scales and production systems, including small-scale and community-based food systems. With Washington State's location on the Pacific rim, international trade and marketing of agricultural products are important issues affecting the economic well-being of the state and region. Research expenditures for the Agricultural Research Center in 1997-98 exceeded $42.8 million and came from state (46%), federal (7%), grants (40%) and other sources (7%). Twenty-four agricultural commodity commissions provide strong support to the Agricultural Research Center's research mission by providing approximately $4.4 million annually - five times the national average. Research is strongly focused on the plant sciences and related fields and WSU is a national and international leader in plant biochemistry research. The College maintains strong and effective partnerships with the USDA-Agricultural Research Service at Pullman and across the state. (For additional information, visit our WEB site at
www.cahe.wsu.edu
. <http://www.cahe.wsu.edu.> )APPLICATION
Applicants should provide a letter of application that addresses the required and desired qualifications, a current vitae, and names of at least five references with complete addresses (including mailing, telephone, FAX, and e-mail addresses). Reference letters may be forwarded from these individuals, but are not required for initial screening. These materials should be sent to: Dr. Pete W. Jacoby, Chair ARC Director Search Committee Washington State University P.O. Box 646242 Pullman, WA 99164-6242 Phone (509) 335-4561; FAX (509) 335-1065; e-mail (jacoby@wsu.edu <mailto:jacoby@wsu.edu> ) Candidates should be available no later than January 1, 2000. The Search Committee will begin screening applications July 15, 1999, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Washington State University (WSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer. Members of ethnic minorities, women, Vietnam-era or disabled veterans, persons of disability, and persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service. Accommodations for applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act are available upon request. (posted 6/22/99)Position: Nutritionist
GS-0630-13
$58,027 - $75,433 per annum
Promotion Potential: None
Career/Career Conditional AppointmenFull-time Position
Location:
USDA, Food and Nutrition Service
Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
Nutrition Promotion Staff
Washington, DC
* More than 1 position may be filled.
Opens on: 06/17/1999 Closes on: 07/16/1999
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Sources
USDA CTAP eligibles, Federal ICTAP eligibles, Federal and non-Federal applicants. Special selection priority will be given to eligible, well-qualified surplus/displaced USDA applicants and eligible, well-qualified displaced Federal applicants with permanent status. See eligible, well-qualified definition below for surplus/displaced applicants. Applications will also be accepted from non-Federal applicants, current Federal employees with or without status, former Federal employees with or without reinstatement eligibility, and from individuals eligible for special appointments (e.g., severely disabled, disabled veterans, and volunteers from the Peace Corps or VISTA, etc.) Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous active service may apply. Please indicate if you are in one of these categories.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Incumbent serves as an expert Nutritionist responsible for inspiring, designing, leading and/or conducting a wide range of nutrition education projects. Provides professional leadership in applying scientific knowledge to advance the development of National food and dietary guidance. Reviews, analyzes and interprets the scientific research in
food, nutrition, and related behavior and translates such research into food and dietary guidance. Utilizes national food consumption survey from USDA and HHS, and other sources of data to analyze factors associated with intake of food. Conducts analysis and reports results in professional journals and meetings, and in USDA publications. Provides professional leadership in promoting National food and dietary guidance by translating such guidance into research-based message strategies that consumers will use to make informed food choices for healthful diets. Plans, conducts, and/or directs consumer-based research to develop cost-effective message strategies for improving consumer behavior to achieve a healthful diet. Initiates, plans, documents, conducts and/or directs nutrition education research projects, subject to approval of the Staff Director. Establishes objectives, tasks and time lines for projects. Plans, conducts and/or directs projects to achieve desired outcomes within resource and time constraints. Identifies specific research and analysis topics and designs, conducts and/or directs analysis and consumer-oriented research to develop and evaluate nutrition promotion goals, message strategies, concepts, approaches, techniques, materials, events and other activities, and communications to promote consumer food choices for a healthful diet. Provides expert consultation, technical assistance, and peer review on issues regarding food and dietary guidance, nutrition research and education, and consumer behavior to Center staff, other USDA organizations, other departments, policy makers, academicians, consumers and others.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants are required to meet the selective placement factor and to have successfully completed a full four year course of study in an accredited college or university creditable toward a baccalaureate or higher degree in dietetics, food, nutrition, food service management, institution management, or closely related science. In addition, applicants must have one year of specialized experience related to the position to be filled at a level of difficulty comparable to that of the next lower grade in the Federal service. U.S. Citizenship Required. All applicants are required to submit a college transcript. Applicants with Ph.D*s are highly desirable and are encouraged to apply.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:
Expertise in nutrition science with experience in nutrition related survey analysis.
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Provide on a separate sheet of paper or a supplemental form examples of experience, training and awards that demonstrate possession of the items listed below. YOU MUST ADDRESS THE EVALUATION CRITERIA IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Knowledge of nutrition and food science; nutrition education; studies of consumer knowledge, attitudes and behavior related to food, nutrition, and health communication theory; related dietary surveys and methodology; and qualitative and quantitative statistical techniques in order to provide expert advice on these subjects.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and conduct research in nutrition education, consumer behavior, and communication relative to food and nutrition, and/or formative and summative evaluations of nutrition education materials, strategies and programs.
Ability to analyze data in order to plan, organize, coordinate, and conduct research and analysis to assess human health relative to nutritional needs of Americans, and to examine strategies for improving dietary behavior.
Ability to communicate in writing in order to translate research findings on food and nutrition into approaches and language appropriate for different segments of the population, such as health professionals, the general public, and the media.
Ability to communicate orally in order to disseminate research findings to Center and Agency management/policy officials and at professional meetings, and to provide dietary guidance or disseminate information to the public.
HOW TO APPLY: YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
All applicants must submit an OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, or resume, or any other written format you choose, or SF-171, Application for Federal Employment. Follow instructions below on what information your application must contain. A narrative statement addressing the evaluation criteria listed above.
3. A recent performance appraisal is required if you are a current Federal employee.
Copy of most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former Federal employees only).
Please provide your Internet E-mail address (if applicable) on the firstpage of your application.
All status candidates who want to be considered under both merit promotion and external competitive procedures MUST SUBMIT 2 COMPLETED APPLICATIONS. If only 1 is received, it will be considered under merit promotion procedures.
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, submit a copy of Form DD-214 Armed Forces Transfer or Discharge, and, if applicable, SF-15 Claim for Veterans' Preference (10 point veterans), plus proof required by that form.
Surplus/Displaced Applicants should attach proof of eligibility for special selection priority:
RIF separation notice or notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function outside the local commuting area;
Certificate of expected separation or other official notice from the agency indicating that the employee is surplus or eligible for discontinued service retirement; or
Other official agency certification identifying the employee as being in asurplus organization or occupation.
Other Federal Displaced applicants should attach proof of eligibility for special selection priority:
RIF separation notice, or notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area;
Documentation showing that they were separated as a result of reduction in force, or for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area (e.g. SF-50); Official certification from an agency stating that it cannot place an individual whose injury compensation has been or is being terminated; Official notification from OPM that an individual's disability annuity has been or is being terminated; or Official notification from the Military Dept. or National Guard Bureau that the employee has retired under 5 USC 8337(h) or 8456.
The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended veteran's preference to persons who served on active duty during the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992. The law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person served or for how long. The law also authorizes the Secretary of each military department to award the Armed Forces expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia during the period November 20, 1995, to a date to be determined. The
>award of the Medal is qualifying for veteran's preference. More information on veteran's preference is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's web site at
HTTP://www.opm.gov .
Where to File your Application(s):
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Applications should be mailed or delivered to the address listed above. Electronic applications will be accepted at keya.nimmons@fns.usda.gov (DOS text file transmissions will be accepted only. Please indicate this announcement number in the subject line of your E-mail message).
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THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. (posted 6/24/99)
Nationally ranked department with undergraduate and graduate programs in human nutrition, food science and restaurant & resort management invites applications from individuals with the vision and skills necessary to lead its research, teaching and outreach programs. Funding is committed to develop a new research building, to fill an endowed chair with an established researcher who has expertise in molecular aspects of nutrition, and to recruit several other faculty. Required credentials include a terminal degree in related discipline and accomplishments consistent with appointment as a full professor. Applications and nominations will be considered until the position is filled. However, full consideration will be given to candidates who have submitted a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references to Dr. Norman P. Curthoys, Chair, Dept. Biochem. & Molec. Biol., Colorado State Univ., Ft. Collins, CO 80523-1870 by September 15, 1999. More information can be obtained at www.colostate.edu/Depts/FSHN/ or by calling (970) 491-5566. CSU is an EEO/AA Employer. (posted 6/29/99)
The
Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer for the College of Arts and Sciences
and reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The College is organized by
departments, which include - Art, Biology, Chemistry, English, Foreign Languages, History,
Mathematics, Music, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and Social Work, and
Speech Communication and Theater Arts. These departments offer a variety of undergraduate
and graduate degree programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead the development, administration, and evaluation of the College, including
curricula, instruction, advisement, recruitment, faculty development, fund raising, and
scholarly activity/research.
* Encourage and maintain academic standards and administer academic regulations within the
College.
* Develop and administer the College's budget.
* Administer the Joint Masters of Social Work degree (JMSW, with The University of North
Carolina at Greensboro).
QUALIFICATIONS
* Earned doctorate from an accredited institution, in an area of specialization offered by
the college.
* At least 5 years of successful administrative experience at the level of department
chair or higher, in a college or university, including management of fiscal and personnel
resources, academic program evaluation and review, strategic planning, and programs for
student advisement, recruitment, and retention.
* Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and positively with students, faculty,
academic staff, and other administrators with varied backgrounds, experiences, and
disciplines.
* Demonstrated ability to gain support from such constituencies as alumni, business and
industry, state and federal agencies, and private foundations.
* Distinguished record of teaching, scholarly achievement, and service, sufficient to
qualify for academic appointment at a senior professional rank.
THE UNIVERSITY
The University is one of sixteen constituent institutions within the University of North
Carolina System. It is a land-grant institution with an enrollment of approximately 7,500
students. The University's mission emphasizes effective teaching and focuses on research
and technology. For additional information, see the University's home page at
http://www.ncat.edu/<http://www.ncat.edu/> .
APPLICATION
A complete application shall include a letter expressing interest in the position, a
curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and a one-page statement
of educational and leadership philosophy appropriate for a multidisciplinary college.
Include address and telephone number for each recommender. A complete application should
be submitted to the address below. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
Send applications to:
Mrs. Nina Ingram, Executive Secretary
Search Committee for Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
&T State University
Greensboro, North Carolina 27411
* Phone: (336) 334-7965
* Fax: (336) 334-7136
<mailto:ingramn@ncat.edu>
DEAN
THE SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Greensboro, NC&T State
University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean, The School of
Technology. Applications will be received until the position is filled. However, the
preferred appointment for the position is expected by January 1, 2000. The Dean is the
chief academic and administrative officer for the School of Technology and reports to the
Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The School offers baccalaureate degrees in
Construction Management, Occupational Safety and Health, Electronics Technology;
Manufacturing Systems, Technology Education, Vocational Industrial Education and Graphic
Communication Systems; and Master of Science in Industrial Technology, Technology
Education and Vocational Industrial Education through accredited programs in four
respective departments. The Dean is expected to provide the administrative leadership,
direct research and enhance industrial partnerships. The Dean is responsible for the
evaluation of educational programs, curricula development, fiscal integrity, faculty
development, fund-raising, and establishing high academic standards for the community of
scholars in the School. Candidates must have an earned doctorate from an accredited
university, at least five years administrative experience at the level of university
department chair or higher and/or equivalent industrial management experience. Applicants
must also demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff and
other university administrators. In addition, applicants should
possess a distinguished record of teaching, research, scholarly achievement, and service,
sufficient to qualify for academic appointment at the rank of full professor. Candidate
must be able to demonstrate a successful track
record in gaining support from constituencies outside of the university, such as, alumni,
business and industry, state and federal agencies, and private foundations. A complete
application shall include a letter expressing interest in the position, a current
curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and a one-page
statement of educational and leadership philosophy. A complete application must be
received by September 3, 1999. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities include: Teach undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food and in Foodservice Systems Management in an ADA approved DPD program; recruit and advise students; supervise graduate research in M.S. program; participate in departmental, college, university, and community activities, and in professional organizations; develop a research/scholarly activity program; participate in curriculum development, program development, assessment and evaluation.
Required qualifications: Earned doctorate, with at least one degree in Foodservice Management, Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or closely related area; Registered Dietitian.
Preferred qualifications: Established college teaching record; experience in dietetics practice; demonstrated research competence with publication record.
Starting date: January, 2000
Closing date: Review of applications will begin September, 1999 and continue until position is filled.
Application: Send letter of application, including a brief summary of past teaching/scholarship/ and research experiences and future activities and interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies will be required from the successful candidate) to:
R. Schantz, Ph.D., R.D., Search Chair
University of Wyoming, Family and Consumer Sciences Department
College of Agriculture Building, Laramie, WY 82071-3354
For Inquiries and further information:
Telephone: 307-766-4145, Fax: 307-766-3379:
Position The National Food Safety and Toxicology Center (NFSTC) at Michigan State University seeks applicants for the John A. Hannah Professor in Bacterial Evolution, a full-time faculty position with a joint tenured appointment in the Departments of Microbiology and Food Science and Human Nutrition.
Position Description and Responsiblities The primary responsibilities of the Hannah Professorship will be to conduct internationally recognized research on the evolution of bacteria relevant to food safety. The reserch should involve elucidation of the mechanisms of pathogen emergence/evolution including, for example, the role of gene exchange. The successful candidate will help lead a diverse group of faculty affiliated with the NFSTC who have interest in food pathogens, bacterial genetics, medical microbiology, risk analysis and related food safety fields. Teaching responsibilites will focus on graduate and postdoctorate training related tot he research interest of the candidate.
Professional Environment The National Food Safety and Toxicology Center is a research unit of several basic and applied sciences departments on campus including the Departments of Microbiology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Epidemiology, Food Science and Human Nutrition and the College of Veterinary Medicine. It is accommodated in a state-of-the-art building on the Michigan State University campus. The building houses faculty offices, well-equipped research laboratories, and utilizes a state-of-the-art animal biosafety containment facility. A stimulating environment emphasizing the application of basic and applied research methodologies to food safety reserach is provided by an internationally recognized group of cfaculty with expertise in cancer, bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases, genetics and immunogenetics, pathology, toxicology, and pharmacology, Collaborations with faculty in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College of Medicine, the College of Natural Science and the College of Veterinary Medicine are encouraged. Facilities for chemical analysis, imaging, and DNA and protein sequence analysis are available in centralized campus facilites. The successful candidate will occupy a generously equipped laboratory for their research studies. More information about the National Food Safety and Toxicology Center can be found at the NFSTC web site, http://foodsafe.msu.edu.
Qualifications PhD in Microbiology or related discipline and proven reserach expertise in the molecular biology of bacterial organisims are required.
Application Procedure and Deadline Review of applications will begin on November 1, 1999, or when a suitable candidate is identified. A letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, should be sent to Dr. Edward Mather, Chair, Hannah Search Committee, National Food Safety and Toxicology Center, Michigan State University, 165 Fodd Safety and Toxicology Building, East Lansing, MI 48824-1302. Telephone: (517) 432-3100. FAX:(517)432-2310. E-mail: mather@cvm.msu.edu.
MSU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE-ACTION, EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION.
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The department of nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill, School of Public Health and School of Medicine has one postdoctoral position in
nutritional biochemistry, nutrition epidemiology or nutrition
interventions available on or after Oct 1, 1999 for a two year period. This position is
funded by the NIH and has a stipend appropriate to experience calculated according to NIH
scale. Information about potential
faculty mmntors is found at http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr.
In addition, the Nutrition department is a participant in a special postdoctoral program
at UNC described at
http://www.unc.edu/depts/cell/spire.html.
Please apply for these interesting positions.
Steven H. Zeisel, MD, PhD
Professor and Chairman
Department of Nutrition
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7400
919 966-7218 fax:919 966-7216
EMAIL: steven_zeisel@unc.edu
Web: http://www.sph.unc.edu/nutr
Job Number 16901
Position Summary:
Provide coordination of activities and functions of outreach education and research for
programs in nutrition,
physical activity, health, and wellness. This is a grant funded position and may be filled
at a .50 FTE to 1.0 FTE
depending on availability of the successful candidate.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and implement program work plans based on educational or research program goals,
objectives, and funding; oversee daily operations and coordinate activities and functions
of program.
Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings, or conferences.
Manage development, revision, and maintenance of program web site.
Develop print and electronic educational materials, written communications, and
promotional literature
for distribution such as newsletters, brochures, flyers, computer based presentations
(such as Power
Point) used in programs; coordination of process from development through production and
distribution.
Evaluate program effectiveness to develop improved methods; devise and implement
educational
methodology; analyze results and recommend and/or take appropriate actions.
Recruit program participants and volunteers using promotional or marketing methods.
Prepare reports, financial statements and records on program activities, progress, status
and assist in
manuscript preparation for publication in professional journals.
Assist in preparation of proposals for funding and/or funding continuation from outside
sponsors.
Monitor and approve program expenditures ensuring that budget allocations are not
overspent.
Coordinate and supervise activities of students and staff.
Confers with staff, students, and others to provide technical advise, problem solving
assistance and
coordination of program activities with interrelated activities of other programs,
departments, or units
to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, goals,
and
objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to area of assignment AND two years
administrative/coordinative program experience; OR,
Six years of progressively responsibly administrative/coordinative program experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in nutrition or health related area and experience in program
coordination.
Experience in electronic communications word processing, Internet or WWW use, presentation
software, statistical data analysis programs, and HTML.
Position Specific Requirements:
Registered Dietitian
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for
three references to:
The University of Arizona, Human Resources
888 N. Euclid Avenue, #114
P.O. Box 210158
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0158
Fax: (520) 621-9098
Customer Service: (520) 621-3660
Telecommunication Device for the Hearing Impaired: (520) 621-8299
Position Summary:
To teach several courses during the spring semester of 2000.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach NSC 351L (Food Studies Laboratory).
Teach NSC 358R (Institutional Food Management).
Teach NSC 358L (Institutional Food Management Lab).
Teach NSC 595C (Managing Clinical Dietetics).
Teach NATS104 (Nutrition, Food and You).
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences.
Registered Dietitian.
Commitment to teaching and learning.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience at the University of Arizona highly desirable.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated rapport with students.
Postdoctoral experience.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for
three references to:
Fred Wolfe
Nutritional Sciences
P.O. Box 210038
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85721
Please reference job number 17482.
Review of materials will begin 11/2/99 and will continue until position is filled.
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