Boston University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure track appointment beginning Fall 2027.
We seek a scholar who will establish an externally funded research program in nutrition science aligned with areas such as healthy aging, brain health, and/or diet-related chronic disease. The successful candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary, convergent research initiatives and leverage Boston University’s strengths in population and clinical research. Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to:
- Quantitative applications in nutrition and health (epidemiology, data science, AI)
- Precision nutrition and metabolism
- Food as Medicine
- Translation nutrition
Assistant Professor position (Responsibilities)
The position is for a full-time, 9-month, tenure track appointment. Responsibilities include developing an internationally recognized research program with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, securing external funding, delivering high-quality instruction to students in the undergraduate and graduate programs and mentoring/advising students at all levels. Responsibilities also include participation in departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.
Qualifications
- PhD/ScD in disciplinary fields applicable to nutrition sciences including but not limited to epidemiology, biostatistics, chronic disease prevention, dietary assessment, or metabolic health.
- Evidence of a creative, independent, and forward-looking research program that can be externally funding.
- Evidence of or a commitment to high-quality, student-centered teaching and mentoring.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following materials electronically via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32829.
- Cover letter outlining your interests and your qualifications for this position.
- Curriculum vitae
- Research Statement: a description of current and future research plans.
- Teaching Statement: a description of experience, interests, and approach.
- The names and contact information for 3-5 references to provide recommendation letters. References will only be contacted for candidates that are invited for interviews.
Application Review
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
