Post Doctoral Scholar; Registered Dietitian - Health and Rehab Sciences

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Post Doctoral Scholar (Registered Dietitian) - Health and Rehab Sciences Department:
Medicine | Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

The laboratory of Dr. Colleen Spees is nationally recognized for biobehavioral lifestyle medicine research with a strong focus on cardio‑oncology populations. We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral dietitian (PhD RD) who is eager to contribute to innovative clinical and behavioral intervention studies. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape high‑impact research that integrates dietary, metabolic, clinical, and behavioral interventions to improve outcomes for high-risk patient groups.

The successful candidate will play a central role in developing, implementing, and evaluating nutrition-focused methodologies across multiple projects.

Key responsibilities include designing individualized dietary prescriptions, conducting comprehensive body composition assessments, analyzing dietary patterns, and managing nutrition-related data collection. The post doctoral researcher will also contribute to protocol development, statistical analysis plans, and preparation of regulatory submissions that uphold the highest standards of scientific rigor. Collaboration is a defining aspect of this role. The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with a diverse interdisciplinary team that includes clinicians, registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, behavioral scientists, and data specialists.

Together, the team ensures robust study implementation, optimized participant recruitment and follow up, exceptional intervention fidelity, and precise data management.

Additional responsibilities include preparing manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and conference presentations; contributing to grant proposals and progress reports; presenting at national and international scientific meetings; and critically evaluating relevant nutrition and behavioral research literature. The role also includes mentoring students and staff, participating in interdisciplinary research initiatives, and supporting broader laboratory and program development. Other duties may be assigned in alignment with the program’s evolving research priorities.

This position is ideally suited for a driven PhD RD seeking to deepen expertise, lead meaningful research efforts, and contribute to a collaborative environment committed to advancing precision nutrition in cardio‑oncology.

Doctorate/Professional degree required. Doctorate/Professional degree as a Registered Dietitian required. Candidates with expertise in nutrition counseling and behavioral clinical trials are preferred. The ideal candidate will have a consistent record of publications, and excellent communication and research experience, including training in behavioral counseling and clinical trials.

Location:

Atwell Hall (0306)
Position Type:
Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled

Hours:

40 Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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