The Human Nutrition Program in the Department of Human Sciences at The Ohio State University (OSU) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Nutrition & Microbiome Science. We seek a scholar whose research explores the dynamic interactions between nutrition and the gut microbiome, with relevance to human health and disease prevention. The successful candidate will contribute to the departments mission through innovative research (40% effort), inclusive teaching and student mentorship (40% effort), and professional service to the institution and/or professional organizations (20% effort). Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, microbiome-mediated mechanisms of nutrition-related disorders, multi-omics approaches to personalized nutrition, and dietary modulation of gut microbial communities. This initiative is supported by the Human Nutrition Program in the Department of Human Sciences. This position requires fluency in English. The university will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Performance Objectives

• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program at the intersection of nutrition and microbiome science. The successful candidate is expected to establish an independent line of scholarly inquiry and build strategic collaborations across disciplines, including potential partnerships with OSUs College of Medicine, Centers, Extension, and other units.
• Effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses in human nutrition and closely related areas. Engage in curriculum development to advance undergraduate and graduate education.
• Mentor students at the graduate and undergraduate levels to advance scholarship and career-readiness.
• Engage in academic service, both internally and externally, to advance the missions of the Human Nutrition Program, the Department and College, and the nutrition profession.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in human nutrition or other terminal degree closely in a related discipline with demonstrated expertise in the area of diet-gut health-human health interactions.

Desired Qualifications:

Minimum of 1-year of postdoctoral experience; Demonstrated ability or strong potential to secure extramural research funding; Expertise in basic science, bioinformatics, gut health, and precision nutrition; Interest or expertise in applying AI to pedagogy and/or scholarship, aligned with Ohio States hiring initiative to become a global leader in AI-driven discovery, education and societal impact (https://go.osu.edu/ai-initiative) and promote AI fluency for human thriving (https://ai.osu.edu/).

How to Apply:

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday Application materials must include 4 separate attachments (Cover letter, Curriculum vita, Statement of research. Statement of teaching and mentoring)

All inquiries can be made to Dr Richard Bruno, PhD, RD, Search Committee Chair and Carol S Kennedy Professor of Human Nutrition (bruno.27@osu.edu or 614.292.5522)

Cover letter that provides a summary of qualifications and past achievements, and commitment to Nutrition & Microbiome Science in the areas of scholarship, teaching, and mentoring.

Curriculum Vita (CV) containing a comprehensive record of scholarly activities, education, and training

Statement of Research describing the candidates research agenda to establish and advance a robust program in the area of Nutrition & Microbiome Science. Statement of Teaching and Mentoring describing the candidates teaching philosophy, inclusive of delivering instruction and mentoring in the Human Nutrition Program and with intersection between Nutrition & Microbiome Science.

The College of Education and Human Ecology is one of the best places to learn and embrace the human experience. We are known for developing Ohio's best educators, researchers, policymakers, exercise scientists, biomedical nutrition researchers, dietitians, financial advisors, event coordinators and other experts who improve society. The US News and World Report college ranking is 18th among 376 public and private universities granting doctoral degrees in education. The college ranks No. 10 among public universities.

Department Information

The Department of Human Sciences houses >60 productive faculty members, with competitive grants from local, state, and federal organizations (e.g., NIH, USDA-NIFA, US DOD) as well as industry- and community-based organizations. The Department is home to four core academic areas (Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Science, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and Kinesiology) that provide 10 graduate majors and nine undergraduate majors. Approximately 12,000 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students obtain their coursework in the Department. The department also plays a leadership role in OSUs Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Nutrition (OSUN). A strong partnership with OSU Extension enhances opportunities for outreach and engagement in the state of Ohio. Another important university partnership exists with Ohio States Discovery Themes, with an emphasis in our department on Foods For Health and advanced metabolomics. In addition to our highly qualified faculty in the Department, full-time staff members, lecturers and graduate assistants contribute to support the departments academic mission.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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