Postdoctoral Position in Food Science, Nutrition, and Neuroscience at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The laboratory of Professor Yanina Pepino at the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is offering a postdoctoral position. The research focuses on a NIAAA-funded project investigating the relationship between sleeve gastrectomy (a metabolic surgery) and the increased risk of developing alcohol problems. This interdisciplinary work spans food science, human nutrition, neuroscience, psychology, and physiology, with an emphasis on human subjects research and addiction science. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, Nutrition, Neuroscience, Physiology, or a related field, earned within the last five years. Experience with human subjects research is preferred but not required. Candidates must be self-motivated, hard-working, and demonstrate prior research productivity, such as first authorship in peer-reviewed publications. The position is fully funded through a NIAAA research grant, though specific stipend or benefits details are not provided. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a leading institution in the United States, offering a collaborative and resource-rich environment for postdoctoral research in health sciences. To apply, candidates should send a cover letter outlining their research interests and motivation, a CV, and contact information for three references to Professor Yanina Pepino at [email protected]. For more information, applicants may refer to Professor Pepino's LinkedIn profile.