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External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/08/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by December 8, 2025. The application packet must include a cover letter of interest that details how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs of the position as well as responsibilities and qualifications detailed in the posting; a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant.

Confidential requests for information may be directed to:
Alex Anderson, PhD
Professor of Nutritional Sciences
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Nutritional Sciences
The University of Georgia
280 Dawson Hall
Athens, GA 30602
fianko@uga.edu.

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctoral degree (upon appointment) in nutrition or a related scientific field.
Position Summary
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Nutrition and Bone Health (45% Research, 50% Teaching, 5% Service), 9-month academic year tenure-track appointment in the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences https://www.fcs.uga.edu.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Develop a nationally recognized and externally-funded program in the area of clinical and translational nutrition and bone health;
• Direct and support research programs of PhD and MS-level students;
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition;
• Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research with faculty in Nutritional Sciences, the College of Family and Consumer Sciences and other UGA departments/colleges;
• Contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, the public and the profession.

Additional Requirements
To be considered for the position of Assistant Professor, the applicant must hold an earned doctoral degree (upon appointment) in nutrition or a related scientific field. The applicant must have an academic background in the science of nutrition and have demonstrated productivity in bone-related research in health and/or disease. The applicant should have demonstrated scholarly competence and research productivity and evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Candidates with at least two years of post-doctoral research experience and at least two years of experience conducting clinical trials focused on bone health are preferred. Candidates that demonstrate evidence of preparation and submission of external research grants are also preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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1. Resume/CV
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3. List of References with Contact Information

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