Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pediatric Nutrition and Obesity Researcher to join our dynamic Emory and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta community. This role is ideal for a PhD or MD with a passion for advancing precision nutrition and addressing pediatric obesity through innovative research methodologies. The successful candidate will have expertise in collecting and analyzing high-quality nutrition data from children and families, leveraging large datasets, and applying cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models, to develop new hypotheses and predictive models for unique health conditions. Experience with obesity intervention trials in children is preferred.

In partnership with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, faculty appointments will be primary in the Department of Pediatrics within the Emory University School of Medicine, with the possibility of a joint appointment with other Emory departments. We offer a highly interactive collegial research environment with state-of-the-art facilities, as well as proximity to and collaborations with the Winship Cancer Institute, Rollins School of Public Health, the Emory Vaccine Center, Emory Lowance Center for Human Immunology, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We also have active community partnerships with Mercer University, Morehouse School of Medicine, UGA, and others. Visit our website for more information on our faculty and resources.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a:

• Record of Outstanding Research:
  • A record of outstanding clinical/translational research commensurate with experience level with the potential to significantly impact pediatric nutrition and obesity prevention/intervention. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, nutrition/precision health, child health research, clinical research, early obesity treatment, access to care, big data, systems science and life course research.
  • The successful candidate will have a proven track record in designing and implementing studies to collect high-quality nutritional data from pediatric populations and analyzing large datasets.
• National Grant Portfolio:
  • For senior candidates, a robust national grant portfolio, preferably with a proven track record of securing large or multi-PI grants, federal and foundations.
  • For early career candidates, a proven track record in securing research funding and impactful publications, illustrating the potential for grant funding sustainability
• Leadership Experience:
  • Demonstrated leadership experience commensurate with career stage, showcasing the ability for critical thinking and excellence in high-quality execution of research projects.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
  • A record of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, promoting teamwork, and creating an environment conducive to innovative research.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1998, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training, and innovation. Together, our partnership advances research and facilitates evidence-based quality care for children. The Emory Department of Pediatrics has been ranked in the Top 5 pediatric departments in National Institutes of Health research funding since 2016 and was ranked #1 in 2020 and 2022.

This job posting is for candidates of any rank and is part of our ambitious $200M investment to substantially grow our team of world class child health researchers over the next five years. Click here to learn more about our plan to recruit 30 new world-class child health researchers over the next five years or contact peds.research@emory.edu with inquiries and for more information.

Qualifications:

• PhD or MD in Nutrition, Dietetics, Pediatrics, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in pediatric nutrition research and obesity intervention trials.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools.
• Experience with AI and machine learning applications in health research.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large datasets and develop predictive models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with precision nutrition approaches in pediatric populations.
• Previous involvement in large-scale research projects or clinical trials.
• Familiarity with ethical considerations in pediatric research.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.