Postdoctoral Fellow in Nutrition Science

Cornell University

Cornell University is seeking applications for two postdoctoral associate positions:

• A Cornell Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition and Health Postdoctoral Fellow

• A Postdoctoral Associate in Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Precision Nutrition

These positions are supported by a generous gift from Joan and Irwin Jacobs and will join the cadre of trainees supported by the NIH T32 AIPrN training program. This training program represents the first institutional training grant focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence and nutrition, supported by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health.

The training program is designed to train the next generation of scientists and build a workforce equipped with expertise in integrating advances in biomedical engineering, technology, and AI/ML methods to tackle complex biomedical challenges in nutrition and health.

This is a one-year full-time benefits-eligible position that may be extended for up to four more years, depending on performance, continuation of funding, and continued eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Postdocs will have an opportunity to work with one or more of the Center’s faculty members and will contribute to:

• Manuscripts, reports, abstracts for conferences, grant proposals

• Data analysis and pipeline development

• Technology-based solutions for advancing population health

Eligibility Requirements

• PhD in computer science, information science, bioinformatics, biostatistics, mathematics, nutrition, epidemiology, biomedical engineering, medicine, or a related science field

• Demonstrated quantitative/qualitative research skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Track record of original first-author publications or conference proceedings from doctoral work is desirable

• Trainees will be expected to focus on questions related to AI, technology, and precision nutrition for their research and participate in a capstone course on this topic

• Postdocs may also apply for pilot funds from the Cornell Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition and Health (up to $20,000) for research, professional conferences, and online conference registration

Application Process

Applicants must submit:

1. NIH Biosketch or curriculum vitae

2. Cover letter describing the applicant's interest, research experience, and available start date

3. Names and contact information of two professional references who will submit their letters directly

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants who move beyond the first screening will be asked to submit additional information.

Questions can be directed to: cpnh@cornell.edu

Pay Range

$61,008.00 - $87,000.00

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level relevant to the position

• Academic discipline

• Unique applicable skills

Employment Assistance

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