"Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Nutrition"

Position Summary

The B.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics is established under the Department of Nutrition Sciences. The program is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for an academic position in Nutrition at the level of Assistant/Associate/ Full Professor, beginning August 2025. The candidate will be required to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, conduct research, and contribute to the department, college and university services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the area of expertise such as (but not limited to) human nutrition, nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, food service management, community nutrition, research methods.
• Supervise research projects and theses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to the research profile of the college through research grants and publications.
• Assist in the community service, marketing, and outreach activities of the department programs.
• Contribute to various committees at the department, college, and university level.
• Engage in professional development activities/training to enhance teaching effectiveness and stay updated about advancements in the field.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field
• Applicants should demonstrate active role in both collaborating on and leading independent research, including grant writing and submission.
• Strong peer reviewed publication record
• Experience in teaching and supervising post graduate degrees
• Ability to lead as well as to function as a strong collaborator on a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiar with Educational technologies used in higher education sector.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Required Documents

• Current Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
• Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
• Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, a copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
• Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.

Benefits

• A three-year renewable contract.
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Tax-free salary.
• Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
• Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
• End-of-contract indemnity.

How to Apply

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Job Category

Academic

End Date of Advertisement

20 – Sep -2025