Assistant Professor - Human Nutrition

Overview

The Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Science at Utah State University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position (65% teaching, 30% research, 5% service) at the Assistant Professor level with research and teaching interests in the area of human nutrition and public health.

 

The Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Sciences (NDFS) at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in public health nutrition. We seek applicants with expertise and interest in advancing nutrition research and education to improve population health and well-being. Areas of interest may include food security, community nutrition, health and wellness, nutritional epidemiology, nutrition and chronic disease prevention and management, and clinical nutrition. We welcome applicants whose teaching and research interests span these areas and related aspects of public health nutrition, including those using community-engaged, interdisciplinary, or applied approaches to address nutrition-related health challenges. Teaching and research that address the needs of Utah communities and populations is of special interest.

 

Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses that contribute to the public health nutrition and dietetics programs, with a combination of online/virtual and in-person instruction. The successful candidate will contribute to student advising and mentoring and support the development of graduates prepared to apply scientific evidence to nutrition-related challenges in clinical, community, and public health settings. This tenure-track, full-time (nine-month) position is based at USU’s main campus in Logan, Utah. The position emphasizes 65% teaching, 30% research, and 5% service with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

 

Background information is available on the webpages for the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Sciences and its home, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

 

Application review will begin February 1, 2027. The position will remain open until filled, but applications by the date above are encouraged for full consideration. Candidates from all backgrounds and populations are encouraged to apply. For further information, contact the search committee chair, Abiodun Atoloye, abiodun.atoloye@usu.edu.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses as assigned that contribute to the Department’s curriculum areas in public health nutrition and dietetics. Assigned courses may include Hunger Issues and Solutions, Social Determinants of Health, and Education and Counseling in Dietetics. Courses may be assigned at both undergraduate and graduate levels and may be delivered in person, on-line, or in a blended format.   
• Development of an independent, externally funded research program that provides research opportunities for students and that complements or expands existing departmental research areas including public health nutrition, community nutrition, nutritional epidemiology, nutrition and chronic disease, nutrition and health and wellness, or clinical nutrition.
• Mentoring all levels of students in experiential learning opportunities, including research and community engagement, that happens outside of assigned courses and promotes the success of students.
• Community engagement is encouraged. The Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Sciences integrates public service, community partnerships, and real-world problem-solving directly into our mission, culture, curriculum, and research. 
• Service that includes participation in faculty duties in the department, college, and institute as well as professional involvement in the community or affiliated with professional organizations.

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in nutrition, dietetics, public health or closely related field at time of appointment.  Evidence of commitment to teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Public Health (MPH) and/or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential
• A publication record consistent with career stage.
• Prior collegiate teaching and mentoring experience.
• Experience with or the desire to learn about virtual and online course delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a learning community of members from a range of backgrounds and experiences and to foster a sense of belonging for all students.
• Experience with conducting observational, applied, or clinical public health nutrition research.
• Evidence of successful collaboration with scientists and practitioners across disciplines.
• Demonstrated interest in community-engaged research or outreach that complements USU’s Land Grant mission.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

Three professional references with contact information to be typed at the beginning of the applicaion

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

University Highlights

As Utah’s student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation’s second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges.

 

USU enrolls over 29,800 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 educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. 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 it named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. 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 10/26

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*updated 08/2026