Postdoctoral Associate in Well-Being Benefits of Local Food Purchasing University of Vermont in United States

Postdoctoral Associate opportunity at the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, focused on the well-being benefits of local food purchasing.

This position is part of the Food Systems Research Institute (FSRI) initiative to advance sustainability metrics for food systems. The project centers on developing metrics to measure how local food purchasing relates to well-being outcomes, making it a strong fit for researchers interested in food systems, public health, applied economics, quantitative social science, and applied statistics.

Eligibility highlights: strong skills in quantitative social science and applied statistics; experience or interest in food systems, public health, or applied economics; ability to collaborate across disciplines; and strong written and oral communication skills.

Appointment details: 2-year postdoctoral appointment, with a possible third-year extension based on performance. Start date is no later than September 1, 2026.

Application deadline: June 7, 2026.

How to apply: use the provided application link to access the UVM/InfoReady posting and submit the application materials online.

Announcer: Anaka Aiyar, Associate Professor at the University of Vermont.