University of Queensland,Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Fellow in Nutrition and Exercise Jobs in Australia

School
of Human Movent and Nutrition Sciences

The School of Human
Movement and Nutrition Sciences’ vision is to be an international leader in the
study of human movement and nutrition, demonstrating excellence through
innovative, creative, a

nd dynamic teaching and research, in a vibrant,
interdisciplinary, and engaging environment. The School holds a leadership
position in its field in the Australian tertiary environment and is highly
regarded for its teaching, research and community outreach programs.

The Centre for
Dietetics Research (C-DIET-R) focusses on the three major practice areas of
dietetics – individual case management (medical nutrition therapy), food and
nutrition service management and public health nutrition, as well as the
underpinning nutrition science of the emerging field of functional nutrition
therapy. The Centre promotes and builds on our expertise in innovation and
applied research in dietetics.

The
role

We are seeking a
motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Fellow to work
with us on strengthening internal links between current research strengths in
activity, exercise and nutrition within the School. At present there are a
number of projects linking these areas, including nutrition and exercise for
persons with chronic diseases such as cancer, obesity and diabetes. This
position will support and expand these existing projects and develop new
studies. Publication in international peer reviewed journals and submission of
competitive funding are important expectations of the position.

The
person

Applicants should
possess a PhD qualification in relevant disciplines. Applicants should have a
strong desire to develop a successful and highly-productive research career in
nutrition, exercise and physical activity. The successful candidate will
possess good general research skills, a strong methodological background,
proven writing abilities, and the capacity to work with multidisciplinary
research teams.

Remuneration

This is a full time,
fixed term appointment for three years at Academic level A or B (commensurate
with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.).

The remuneration
package of an Academic Level A appointment will be in the range of $76,864 –
$82,510 p.a, plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total
package will be in the range of $89,931 – $96,537 p.a).

The remuneration
package of an Academic Level B appointment will be in the range of $86,853 –
$103,138 p.a, plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total
package will be in the range of $101,618 – $120,671 p.a).

Position
Description

PD_497509_PostdoctoralResearchFellow_ResearchFellowin Nutrition and Exercise.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role
please contact Prof Sandra Capra on +61 7 3346 7703 or s.capra@uq.edu.au.

To submit an
application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants
must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection
Criteria responses.

For information on
completing the application process clickhere.

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