Academic Employment Opportunity #21-43
The Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2022 subject to final budgetary approval.
The successful candidate must have a completed PhD in a scientific discipline that incorporates human nutrition and its relation to health and human performance (RD accreditation is not required), a record of applied research excellence in human nutrition, strong communication skills, and demonstrated commitment to working effectively with individuals throughout the life span from diverse communities and cultures. Candidates will demonstrate excellence in nutritional research and proven ability to teach of undergraduate and graduate courses that include but are not limited to Nutrition for Health Living as well as Exercise and Sport Nutrition.
Research in Health, Wellness, Human Behaviour and Development are priority areas highlighted in UNB’s Strategic Plan. The Faculty of Kinesiology provides a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment for research. Current research strengths in the Faculty of Kinesiology include, but not limited to, healthy aging, obesity, chronic illness, behaviour change, and community health.
Applications should be addressed to the attention of Dr. Wayne Albert, Dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology, c/o Melanie Nason and submitted electronically to melanie@unb.ca. Candidates should include a letter of application outlining teaching and scholarly interests, a detailed curriculum vitae, and sample of scholarly work. The deadline to submit applications is April 29, 2022.
Founded in 1785, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is proud to be one of the first public universities in North America and the oldest English-language university in Canada. UNB offers one of the best student-to-faculty ratios of Canadian universities, with world-class programs spanning more than 75 disciplines and a dynamic focus on innovation, experiential learning, and entrepreneurship. Approximately 10,000 students from nearly 100 countries take courses across the two campuses, with several thousand more online and at partner institutions around the world. With many kilometers of walking trails and a very active arts community, it has been identified as one of the world’s “smart cities”, and provides the opportunity for a balanced, environmentally friendly lifestyle.
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
