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Open Positions in Nutrition & Health SciencesFACULTY POSITION – EXERCISE AND NUTRITION The Department of Nutrition & Health Sciences at the University of Missouri invites applications for a tenure-track position focusing on obesity and the metabolic syndrome. The newly expanded Department of Nutrition & Health Sciences now spans three colleges within the University (Agriculture, Medicine, and Human Environmental Sciences) and has a mission focused on an interdisciplinary approach to the obesity epidemic. The University is noted for interdisciplinary research programs. We are seeking an outstanding scientist to work in our expanding human exercise and nutritional academic and research programs with a focus on obesity/metabolic syndrome/diabetes. Position qualifications include a Ph.D., MD/PhD, or MD with postdoctoral experience and a translational research focus. Preference will be given for candidates seeking an appointment at the rank of assistant professor, but outstanding investigators may be considered at the rank of associate or full professor. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an outstanding research program and contribute to Department teaching activities. This person would be involved in campus-wide research initiatives relative to exercise and nutrition in obesity, metabolism, and the metabolic syndrome. Located midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is a vibrant university town that is consistently ranked among the top small cities to live in America. Please send curriculum vitae, a narrative of research and educational interests, and the names and contact information of three references to: Active review of applications will begin October 1, 2008, and the search will continue until the position is filled. The University of Missouri is very interested in promoting a diverse work environment and has programs in place, such as an NSF ADVANCE grant, to promote diversity on campus. The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, and complies with the guidelines set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Visit the University of Missouri's website at http://www.missouri.edu/. Please direct ADA accommodation requests to our coordinator at 573-884-7278 (V/TTY).
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