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Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Disparities

Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
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 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.

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Disparities

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUPBRC ExD - Population and Public Health (Peter T Katzmarzyk (00005868))

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Disparities in Population and Public Health.

The successful candidate will join a highly dynamic and collegial research environment with state-of-the-art facilities, and an environment that supports multidisciplinary collaboration. The candidate will be expected to develop an innovative and externally funded health disparities research program with a strong focus on community engagement and translational science.

Areas of research emphasis should be aligned with the strengths of Pennington Biomedical, which include obesity, diabetes, cancer, nutrition and physical activity. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Community Engagement & Outreach Core of the Louisiana Clinical & Translational Sciences Center (LA CaTS) and will be responsible for leading community-focused health promotion and dissemination activities for the Center. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Developing and leading an independent research program in health disparities
  • Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals
  • Participating in the education of postdoctoral fellows
  • Contributing to the community engagement activities of LA CaTS

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree or equivalent with a publication record commensurate with rank, and demonstrated potential or ability to obtain extramural research funding. The successful candidate must articulate a clear research vision relevant to addressing health disparities, and demonstrate potential to contribute to an active program of community engaged research. Candidates that are typically underrepresented in Biomedical Sciences are particularly encouraged to apply.

Application Requirements

Please attach the following as one single PDF to your online application: cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

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Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Posting Date:

February 21, 2022

Closing 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 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!

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Protocol:

Pennington requires the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty, and staff or, for those with an approved exemption, the employee must participate in mandatory biweekly testing. New employees must either submit proof of vaccination or apply for and be granted an exemption prior to their official start date.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.

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