• Climate Kitchen Initiative Research Specialist

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Climate Kitchen Initiative Research Specialist

    Posting Summary

    The Climate Kitchen Initiative Research Specialist is responsible for aiding in designing studies, analyzing and disseminating research, assisting with writing grant proposals and scientific publications, and initiative organizational tasks. Contribute to short- and mid-term research and project planning, manage large interdisciplinary projects, and oversee processes and standards for communications and outreach activities related to the larger initiative. Previous experience with research and outreach related to local and regional food systems, food agency and access and sustainability is strongly preferred so the applicant may assist in field and lab work during an annual research institute. This role requires advanced problem-solving across complex and novel research questions. The applicant should be comfortable using mixed-methods in research design and implementation and possess strong writing skills across various genres. Additionally, the position involves regular collaboration across academic departments and institutes, and will support research design, analysis, and writing for other researchers and graduate students involved in the initiative. They will contribute to the strategic direction of the initiative.

     

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

     

    Master’s degree in food systems, community nutrition or equivalent field; minimum 2 years work experience in research settings; previous participation in grant oversight and submissions

     

    This role requires advanced problem-solving across complex and novel research questions.

     

    Applicants should be comfortable using mixed-methods in research design and implementation and possess strong writing skills across various genres. Requires the ability to collaborate across academic departments and institutes, and will support research design, analysis, and writing for other researchers and graduate students involved in the initiative.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Doctoral degree and experience with long-term team-based projects and previous publications across various genres including media and academic scholarship.

     

    Previous experience with research and outreach related to local and regional food systems, food agency and access and sustainability is strongly preferred so the applicant may assist in field and lab work during an annual research institute.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $45,000 - $50,000 at a .75 FTE

     

    Other Information

     

    Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 11/19/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Research Prog Admin PC2 X

     

    Posting Number S5828PO

     

    Department Nutrition & Food Sciences/51080

     

    Position Number 00027708

     

    Percent of Full-Time 0.75

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

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