Assistant Professor, Extension Title Series Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Assistant Professor, Extension Title Series Requisition Number FE04916 Working Title Department Name 81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Tenure Track Required Education
Candidates must hold a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DCN) in the field of dietetics or human nutrition (or a related field). Required Related Experience Evidence of expertise in applied research, strong written and oral communication skills to translate science for technical and non-technical audiences, and experience in community engagement is expected Required License/Registration/Certification NA Job Summary
Location: Lexington, KY The Position:The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-eligible assistant professor position in the Extension Title Series. The position has an expected distribution of effort (DOE) of approximately 75% Extension, 20% instruction, and 5% service through annual agreement with the Department Chair. The
anticipated start date is January 1, 2027. The University of Kentucky is a Land-Grant University that holds a tripartite mission of research, teaching, and extension. Extension refers to sharing research and innovations with the people, organizations, and communities of the Commonwealth through outreach initiatives, such as the Cooperative Extension. The University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service is the
most comprehensive outreach and engagement program of the University. This Extension faculty position is based on campus and will support communities in Kentucky with research and training that addresses local needs. The successful candidate is expected to: 1) develop, implement, and evaluate innovative nutrition programming that addresses the health and wellness needs of Kentucky; 2) secure funding to conduct
applied research that supports extension activities; 3) provide educational leadership and expertise for the Cooperative Extension Service and statewide networks related to nutrition’s role in health and wellness; 4) build mutually beneficial relationships with a variety of stakeholders to co-produce and implement innovations that address nutrition, health, and wellness issues; 5) support experiential learning
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