Assistant Professor (Inflammation & Metabolic Syndrome)

Assistant Professor – Inflammation and Metabolic Syndrome
Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences
University of Nebraska-Lincoln


The Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track, academic year position at the level of Assistant Professor. The department seeks to add additional strength to its strategic priority areas in biochemical and molecular nutrition and obesity research by hiring a highly motivated individual in the field of inflammation and metabolic syndrome. The department offers a vibrant research environment, a stellar body of graduate students, and access to world-class research core facilities through the NIH-funded Nebraska Center for the Prevention of Obesity Diseases through Dietary Molecules. Lincoln consistently ranks among the most livable cities in the U.S. because of its outstanding schools, low crime rate, extensive bike trails, low cost of living, and vibrant restaurants and arts scene.

 

Expectations are to establish an internationally recognized research program that integrates nutrition, genetics, and molecular biology approaches to mitigate inflammation and metabolic syndrome; develop collaborative research with faculty at UNL and/or other institutions; seek out interdisciplinary research projects with investigators from UNL’s Nebraska Center for the Prevention of Obesity Diseases through Dietary Molecules and/or other programs supported by NIH NIGMS in Nebraska; establish an externally funded research program; publish research findings in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals; and present research findings annually at scientific national or international meetings, and/or through invited presentations at research institutions. 
 

Instruction in undergraduate and graduate programs includes a new Master’s and Ph.D. specialization in Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition. Instruction includes courses in general immunology and courses with an emphasis on nutrition, inflammation and the metabolic syndrome. The successful candidate will also mentor postgraduate, graduate and/or undergraduate students and serve on graduate student committees and be available for presentations to professional organizations and the lay public.
 

Service includes committee assignments and other ad hoc assignments as requested by the department, college, and university, as well as membership and participation in professional societies.
 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Doctorate in immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, nutrition or comparable degree and field.  
  • Minimum of two years of postdoctoral training. 
  • Strong record of publishing original research in peer-reviewed journals. 
  • Desire and ability to work cooperatively with diverse students, staff and faculty. 

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Teaching experience. 
  • Grant writing experience. 
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 


Electronic submissions are required. Review of applications will begin January 3, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date for this position is the beginning of the academic year 2022.

How to Apply
To view details of the position and create an application, go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_210167. Click “Apply to this job,” complete the information form and attach the following documents:

  1. a letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job and anticipated contributions;
  2.  your curriculum vitae;
  3.  contact information for three professional references who can speak to your abilities to carry out the responsibilities of the position (name, title, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address);
  4.  a research statement that describes your experience, philosophy, and approach to research (up to three pages);
  5.  a teaching statement that describes your experience, philosophy, and approach to teaching (up to one page);
  6.  a separate statement of the value you place on diversity and your anticipated contributions to creating inclusive environments in which every person and every interaction matters (up to three pages). See https://ianr.unl.edu/ongoing-searches for guidance in writing this statement.

Arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to Dr. Janos Zempleni, Inflammation and Metabolic Syndrome Search Advisory Committee Chair, Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences, 316 Leverton Hall, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68588-0806 or jzempleni2@unl.edu

 

Please note, the statements for items 4, 5 and 6 need to be combined into one document and attached as “Other Document.”

Candidates wishing additional information are encouraged to contact Dr. Zempleni by email (jzempleni2@unl.edu) or the office of Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences by phone (402-472-7639). 

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. 

 

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination