Louisiana State University

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research.. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Ingestive Behavior, Weight Management and Health Promotion.. The postdoctoral fellow should have a strong interest in behavioral science, dietary assessment, and the design and delivery of mobile health interventions.. The fellow will have the opportunity to participate in a range of clinical research studies, including randomized clinical trials on weight loss, time restricted eating, remotely delivered adaptive interventions, and projects that are developing and validating methods to quantify food intake and related behaviors with smartphone apps.. Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.

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﻿About Us: At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title:Postdoctoral Researcher - Ingestive Behavior, Weight Management, and Health PromotionPosition Type:Other AcademicDepartment:LSUPBRC Clinic - Ingestive Behavior (Corby Kyle Martin (00009390))Work Location:LSU - Pennington BiomedicalPay Grade:Other AcademicJob Description: Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Ingestive Behavior, Weight Management and Health Promotion. The postdoctoral fellow should have a strong interest in behavioral science, dietary assessment, and the design and delivery of mobile health interventions. The successful candidate will join the Ingestive Behavior, Weight Management and Health Promotion Laboratory, which has a well-funded research portfolio that primarily focusses on the development and delivery of lifestyle interventions to improve health and foster effective weight management, the assessment of ingestive behaviors, and the quantification of food intake with imaging technology. The fellow will participate in all aspects of clinical research, including designing research studies, preparing and submitting grant applications, managing study execution, data management and analysis, and dissemination of study results. Competitive candidates include those who wish to pursue a career in academia and who seek to develop an independent line of research, including receiving mentorship on grant preparation and seeking independent grants during the fellowship. The fellow will have the opportunity to participate in a range of clinical research studies, including randomized clinical trials on weight loss, time restricted eating, remotely delivered adaptive interventions, and projects that are developing and validating methods to quantify food intake and related behaviors with smartphone apps. Additional research with apps designed to assess other ingestive behaviors, such as drinking alcohol or vaping, is possible. Required Qualifications <ul><li>PhD/MD in nutrition, psychology, exercise science, kinesiology, statistics or related field.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li></ul>Pennington Biomedical is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities" Additional Job Description: Special Instructions:Interested candidates should and include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of research interests (one or two pages). Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.Posting Date:September 19, 2023Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.

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