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Experience

Required: Doctorate (Professional) or equivalent combination of education and experience in biomedical research. Desired

Qualifications

Doctorate degree in exercise or nutritional biomedical science or equivalent education and experience.

Experience

in grant writing, conducting research, publishing papers, presenting findings and teaching trainees. Additional Information: Location: Physical Activity and

Education

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