Nutritional Sciences
March 2022
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Balamand (UOB), Lebanon, invites applicants
for a full-time faculty appointment in the field of Nutritional Sciences at the level of
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, effective Fall 2022-2023.
The University of Balamand is dedicated to graduating professionals who are well-rounded,
critical thinkers, life-long learners, and active citizens in their respective societies. The Faculty of
Health Sciences (FHS) offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Health Sciences,
including Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing, Nutritional Sciences, and Public Health. All
programs are offered with pre-medical tracks. Programs are offered on three campuses:
Dekwaneh-Beirut, Koura, and Souk El Gharb. The language of instruction is English.
The Nutritional Sciences department has an Undergraduate program that has two tracks: Regular
track and Pre-med track and a Diploma in Clinical and Dietetics Internship. A Master in Nutrition
is currently under preparation and is estimated to be launched effective September 2022. Programs
in Nutrition are offered on two campuses: Dekwaneh-Beirut and Koura.
An academic position is currently open for faculty with a PhD degree and with expertise in
Nutritional Sciences.
The successful candidate is expected to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs, engage
in interdisciplinary research, coordinate the clinical and Dietetics Internship Program and
undertake community-based activities. PhD-holder faculty with expertise in the above area is
welcome to apply. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits
include health insurance, end-of-service indemnity, and assistance with children’s education.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a letter including a statement on teaching and
research interests, and the names and contact details of three references before April 30, 2022 to
Dr. Huda Abu-Saad Huijer, Dean of the Faculty of Health
Sciences,
huda.huijer@balamand.edu.lb and Mr. Tony Chammas, Director of Human
Resources,
hr@balamand.edu.lb