Dr. Tashara M. Leak, Assistant Professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS) at Cornell University, is seeking 2 new doctoral students & 1 postdoctoral scholar for Fall 2023 admission.

About the Leak Research Group (LRG)
The LRG designs and evaluates culturally relevant interventions to remediate the ways in which poverty and structural racism impact nutrition and health of adolescents in urban communities (https://www.tasharaleak.com/). We are also deeply committed to food justice and advocacy, as well as supporting policy change. All research, extension, and outreach efforts occur in partnership with local community organizations and members. Dr. Leak’s research program is based in New York City (NYC), so doctoral students will complete Nutrition PhD coursework in Ithaca, NY for 2-3 years and conduct research in NYC during summers and after the completion of coursework. Postdoctoral scholars will be based in NYC and travel to Ithaca as needed for trainings, etc. Applicants who are underrepresented in the academia are highly encouraged to apply (e.g., first generation, Black, Latinx, LGTBQIA+ , etc.).

Next Steps
1.Attend an informational session to learn more about LRG and if you would be a competitive applicant.
2.For PhD applicants, submit application here by December 10th.
3. For Postdoc applicants, send cover letter/personal statement (2 pages), research statement and future directions (2 pages), writing sample, and cv to Dr. Leak (tml226@cornell.edu) by January 15th.

Informational Sessions
Thursday, October 27th 6:30-7:30p EST Thursday, November 10th 6-7p EST 
 

Additional Resources
DNS Website: https://www.human.cornell.edu/dns

Contact Information
Tashara M. Leak, PhD, RD Email: tml226@cornell.edu