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University of Auckland ~ Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Nutrition

The Discipline of Nutrition is part of the new cross-faculty Food and Health Programme. They are seeking to appoint a motivated, experienced and energetic individual keen to contribute to the development of the new Masters of Health Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. Details here, but in summary, expectations include:

• Involvement in subject coordination, teaching in postgraduate courses, research student supervision and community engagement.
• PhD (or equivalent) in a research area relevant to nutrition and/or dietetics
• NZ Zealand Registered Dietitian (or be eligible for registration).
• Experience in teaching relevant aspects of nutrition and dietetics to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• An independent line of research, with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribution to the research activities of the discipline.
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Ideal start for this role is July 2012, but this is flexible. It is initially a 24 month fixed term. For enquiries of an academic nature, contact Dr Clare Wall, telephone 64-9-373 7599 ext.89875, or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Closing date: March 30

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University of Adelaide ~ Lecturer in Food Science

(Ref: 17230 - continuing position, available immediately)

Based on the world renowned Waite Campus, the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine is seeking a motivated individual with a strong track-record in food science or human nutrition research to join its Food Research Group.

You will be expected tocontribute to teaching programs, undertake postgraduate research student supervision, and develop an externally-funded research program related to food science or human nutrition.You should have a PhD in food science, human nutrition, agricultural science or another relevant discipline; experience supervising postgraduate research students; and the ability to coordinate courses in food and nutrition science.Salary: (Level B) $77,688 – $92,256 per annum, plus an employer superannuation contribution of 17%. Closing date March 9.
Contact: Professor Robert Gibson (Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address); Phone: 8313 4333)
The job vacancies site for the University is http://www.adelaide.edu.au/jobs/current/index.html#academic

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Melbourne ~ Nutrition Australia – several vacancies - deadline = Feb 20

Project Manager - Victorian Healthy Eating Advisory Service (VHEAS)

Senior Project Officer - VHEAS Schools Project

Senior Project Officer - VHEAS Licensed Children's Services (LCS) Project

Senior Project Officer - VHEAS Workplace and Hospitals (WP/HSP) Project

Project Officer - VHEAS Schools Project

Project Officer - VHEAS Licensed Children's Services (LCS) Project

Project Officer - VHEAS Workplace and Hospitals (WP/HSP) Project

For details of these position, click  here

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Koror, Palau ~ Public Health Nutritionist with Australian Volunteers International ~ deadline Feb 13

Can you work in partnership with local people and organisations? Do you want to use your skills and knowledge to help reduce poverty, build cross-cultural relationships and support sustainable development?

Yes?

This is your chance to make a real difference to the dietary habits of a Pacific Island nation, and fully use your skills and training in nutrition research and evidence-based public health nutrition practice. Palau is situated 800 kilometres east of the Philippines, and has a population of 20,000, in which 80% of deaths result from non-communicable diseases. You will work with the Palau Ministry of Health to

• develop public health nutrition strategies, including a Nutritional Strategic Plan
• create a training program and education modules for Ministry employees, building their capacity to pass these skills on to the community
• contribute to public health advertisements and health promotion messages regarding dietary habits
• provide education workshops at local schools to promote healthy eating.

You will be provided with a living and accommodation allowance, airfares, and insurance.

For more details, click here  and follow the links. You are also encouraged to contact Ann Ray 03 9272 1707 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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