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Position Title:Postdoctoral Associate - Nutrition and Health

Appointment Type:Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Conduct research and evaluation related to nutrition incentive programs and broader policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change strategies.

+ Collaborate with community coalitions and stakeholders to implement and assess interventions aligned with the High Obesity Program,

+ Contribute to data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings to inform public health practice and policy.

+ Design and implement evaluation strategies for nutrition incentive programs, including SNAP-based initiatives and produce prescription programs.

+ Assess the effectiveness and reach of Food is Medicine interventions in improving dietary behaviors and health outcomes.

+ Analyze program data and contribute to reports, publications, and presentations that inform policy and practice.

+ Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to support evidence-based program development and scaling.

+ Support implementation and evaluation of a peer-to-peer learning initiative aimed at enhancing resilience, reducing social isolation, and promoting self-determination.

+ Develop and apply mixed-methods evaluation tools to assess program outcomes and participant experiences.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

+ Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in public health, nutrition, health promotion, behavioral science, community health, or a related field.

+ Valid drivers license

+ Demonstrated experience in community-based research, program implementation, or evaluation related to public health or health promotion.

+ Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Knowledge of policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change strategies in the context of nutrition, physical activity, or chronic disease prevention.

+ Experience with project coordination and time management across multiple concurrent tasks.

+ Experience with program evaluation frameworks and tools, especially in public health or community-based settings.

+ Familiarity with federal nutrition programs (e.g., SNAP, WIC) and/or Food is Medicine initiatives.

+ Proficiency with data analysis software (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS, Dedoose, or similar).

Department/Program & College Description:

The mission of the College of Health and Human Sciences is to create, share, and apply knowledge to improve people’s lives through the science and technology of living and learning. We prepare transformative leaders for our nation and the world. To make the world a better place, CHHS will utilize its strengths in student-centered education, global citizenship, collaboration, and innovation in research and technology. CHHS will lead in developing sustainable ways to provide innovations in health and wellness, education, entrepreneurism, financial wellness, and STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). We will design tools and an infrastructure leading to enhanced living and learning. Major advancements in 21st-century living present opportunities for CHHS to be at the global forefront in addressing common challenges.

Department Unit/Website:

https://fshn.hs.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:January 2, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:September 30, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Application Instructions:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date: December 3, 2025

Posting Close Date:December 17, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R18214

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

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If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

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