Description

Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty in Food and Nutritional Sciences (RDN Required)

The Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track or tenured faculty position (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) as part of the Wisconsin RISE-THRIVE Initiative.

We seek an outstanding researcher with expertise in human nutrition, clinical nutrition, metabolism, aging, immune function, chronic disease, or precision/personalized nutrition. Candidates will develop an externally funded research program, contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching (including our ACEND-accredited dietetics program), mentor students, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across UW–Madison.

The Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences is a newly formed department offering exceptional opportunities to shape the future of translational nutrition research and education within a highly collaborative environment.

Applications received by August 30, 2026 will receive full consideration. For complete position details and application instructions, visit https://go.wisc.edu/12v428

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or M.D. in Nutritional Sciences, Metabolism, Biochemistry, or a related field
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential
Evidence of (or strong potential for) extramural funding, scholarly publications, teaching excellence, and student mentorship