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The Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University (the Institute) seeks an outstanding postdoctoral fellow to work on an original nutrient profiling system, Food Compass, under the mentorship and guidance of Institute Director Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian.
Bringing together research, training, patient services, policy development, and community engagement, the Institute aims to serve as a catalyst to drive change, improve health, reduce health disparities, and create a more equitable and resilient healthcare system that recognizes the power of nourishing food. Its efforts are centered in health equity to work collaboratively with and improve the lives of traditionally marginalized, vulnerable populations. The Institute also hosts and builds networks with partnerships with stakeholders within and beyond healthcare to ensure that efforts advance well-being and policy broadly and reach the people who need them most.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This is a full-time (12 months per year) position with an anticipated duration of 2-3 years, subject to annual review and renewal based on performance and available funding. The position is based in Boston, MA, and requires regular in-person work. Flexible and hybrid arrangements (e.g., 1–2 days per week remote) may be considered; fully remote work is not available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The start date is negotiable. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development, travel, and collaboration with leading researchers and partners.
The successful candidate will meaningfully contribute to advancing the development, expansion, and application of Food Compass across various partnerships. This may include research and activities related to:
- Updating and expanding the Food Compass algorithm according to the latest science, including expansion to include novel health-related bioactive attributes;
- Supporting ongoing work and manuscripts, including related data manipulation and harmonization of large U.S. branded food databases, including application of AI tools for nutrient attribute coding, ingredient extraction, and large-scale dataset harmonization;
- Leading analyses describing dietary intake in the United States and internationally using Food Compass and existing dietary data from major data sources, including the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the USDA Branded Foods Database, UK Biobank, and others;
- Collaborating with food retailers, healthcare systems, international health-focused government agencies, nutrition-focused venture capital firms and coalitions, and other organizations to advance the role of NPS in consumer education and the creation of a healthier and more equitable food environment;
- Disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders, including the scientific community, food system leaders, legislative bodies, and advocacy groups and agencies.
The fellow will work within a close-knit, collegial multi-disciplinary team of other trainees, students, and staff within the Institute. In addition to mentoring from Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the fellow will interact with and gain knowledge and experience from a range of other expert faculty across the Institute and beyond. The fellow will also benefit from meetings, seminars, and coalitions of multi-sector leaders in Food is Medicine including healthcare, community-based, retail, policy, and advocacy organizations. The training program will emphasize the design and publication of original analyses and manuscripts as first author, career development, and transition toward an independent research career.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a relevant medical or doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DrPH, ScD) in quantitative sciences (biostatistics, artificial intelligence, epidemiology, etc.), health sciences (e.g., medicine, nutrition, public health, etc.), or related professions (e.g., economics, public policy, business, law, etc.). Strong quantitative and data skills are a must. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning tools to manage, clean, and code complex nutrient content and food product datasets. Experience with data visualizations, front of pack labeling, and nutrition policy would also be an asset.
Individuals who work well across disciplines, are collegial and collaborative, and have interest in the intersections of nutrition, information systems, health, medicine, and equity will particularly thrive in this role. Candidates must have a track record of successful interdisciplinary research as evidenced by multiple original, peer-reviewed research publications in a relevant field. We seek candidates whose work is relevant to diverse stakeholders in public and health sectors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required education, experience and skills
Applicants must have an MD or doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD); additional training in biostatistics, coding, AI, epidemiology, nutrition, public health, economics, or related fields; and a record of original, first-author research publications in relevant areas. Candidates must have excellent quantitative/analytical research skills, strong written and oral communication skills, experience using analytic programs for data management and analysis (e.g., STATA, SPSS, SAS, R), and familiarity with AI tools for data processing, nutrient coding, and analysis of large food and dietary datasets, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team with collaborators.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete application will include; cover letter, CV, and names of three references (if available, reference letters welcomed). Applications should be submitted via Interfolio. Questions can be directed to Julia Sharib (julia.reedy@tufts.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received.
SALARY RANGE:
Minimum $67,500.00, Midpoint $72,875.00, Maximum $78,250.00
Overview:
The Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University (the Institute) seeks an outstanding postdoctoral fellow to work on an original nutrient profiling system, Food Compass, under the mentorship and guidance of Institute Director Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian.
Bringing together research, training, patient services, policy development, and community engagement, the Institute aims to serve as a catalyst to drive change, improve health, reduce health disparities, and create a more equitable and resilient healthcare system that recognizes the power of nourishing food. Its efforts are centered in health equity to work collaboratively with and improve the lives of traditionally marginalized, vulnerable populations. The Institute also hosts and builds networks with partnerships with stakeholders within and beyond healthcare to ensure that efforts advance well-being and policy broadly and reach the people who need them most.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
This is a full-time (12 months per year) position with an anticipated duration of 2-3 years, subject to annual review and renewal based on performance and available funding. The position is based in Boston, MA, and requires regular in-person work. Flexible and hybrid arrangements (e.g., 1–2 days per week remote) may be considered; fully remote work is not available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The start date is negotiable. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development, travel, and collaboration with leading researchers and partners.
The successful candidate will meaningfully contribute to advancing the development, expansion, and application of Food Compass across various partnerships. This may include research and activities related to:
- Updating and expanding the Food Compass algorithm according to the latest science, including expansion to include novel health-related bioactive attributes;
- Supporting ongoing work and manuscripts, including related data manipulation and harmonization of large U.S. branded food databases, including application of AI tools for nutrient attribute coding, ingredient extraction, and large-scale dataset harmonization;
- Leading analyses describing dietary intake in the United States and internationally using Food Compass and existing dietary data from major data sources, including the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the USDA Branded Foods Database, UK Biobank, and others;
- Collaborating with food retailers, healthcare systems, international health-focused government agencies, nutrition-focused venture capital firms and coalitions, and other organizations to advance the role of NPS in consumer education and the creation of a healthier and more equitable food environment;
- Disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders, including the scientific community, food system leaders, legislative bodies, and advocacy groups and agencies.
The fellow will work within a close-knit, collegial multi-disciplinary team of other trainees, students, and staff within the Institute. In addition to mentoring from Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the fellow will interact with and gain knowledge and experience from a range of other expert faculty across the Institute and beyond. The fellow will also benefit from meetings, seminars, and coalitions of multi-sector leaders in Food is Medicine including healthcare, community-based, retail, policy, and advocacy organizations. The training program will emphasize the design and publication of original analyses and manuscripts as first author, career development, and transition toward an independent research career.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a relevant medical or doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DrPH, ScD) in quantitative sciences (biostatistics, artificial intelligence, epidemiology, etc.), health sciences (e.g., medicine, nutrition, public health, etc.), or related professions (e.g., economics, public policy, business, law, etc.). Strong quantitative and data skills are a must. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience applying AI and machine learning tools to manage, clean, and code complex nutrient content and food product datasets. Experience with data visualizations, front of pack labeling, and nutrition policy would also be an asset.
Individuals who work well across disciplines, are collegial and collaborative, and have interest in the intersections of nutrition, information systems, health, medicine, and equity will particularly thrive in this role. Candidates must have a track record of successful interdisciplinary research as evidenced by multiple original, peer-reviewed research publications in a relevant field. We seek candidates whose work is relevant to diverse stakeholders in public and health sectors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required education, experience and skills
Applicants must have an MD or doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD); additional training in biostatistics, coding, AI, epidemiology, nutrition, public health, economics, or related fields; and a record of original, first-author research publications in relevant areas. Candidates must have excellent quantitative/analytical research skills, strong written and oral communication skills, experience using analytic programs for data management and analysis (e.g., STATA, SPSS, SAS, R), and familiarity with AI tools for data processing, nutrient coding, and analysis of large food and dietary datasets, and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team with collaborators.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete application will include; cover letter, CV, and names of three references (if available, reference letters welcomed). Applications should be submitted via Interfolio. Questions can be directed to Julia Sharib (julia.reedy@tufts.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received.
SALARY RANGE:
Minimum $67,500.00, Midpoint $72,875.00, Maximum $78,250.00
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Align your portfolio with U.S. specialty occupation standards
AI Developer roles typically require demonstrated fluency in machine learning frameworks, model deployment, and data pipeline architecture. Document specific projects with measurable outcomes before applying, since host employers use these to justify your training plan to the designated sponsor.
Identify host employers with active J-1 training histories
Search Migrate Mate to filter AI Developer openings by employers who have previously hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the DS-2019 coordination process rather than educating them from scratch.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar before applying
If you've graduated within the past 12 months and have fewer than five years of post-degree experience, the Trainee category fits your profile. Research Scholar applies if your role centers on independent research at a university or institute rather than product development.
Verify your role qualifies under the Trainee occupational fields
USCIS and State Department guidelines require Trainee placements to fall within recognized occupational categories. Cross-reference your job description against O*NET to confirm that your AI Developer duties map to an eligible field before the host employer contacts a designated sponsor.
Negotiate the training plan before accepting an offer
The Training or Internship Placement Plan, Form DS-7002, must detail your specific learning objectives and supervisor responsibilities. Ask the host employer to draft this document before you sign an offer, since revisions after the designated sponsor reviews it cause significant delays.
Check whether your country triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Some AI Developer J-1 placements funded by a government or involving specialized knowledge from a skills-shortage country carry a two-year home-country return requirement after your exchange. Confirm this with the designated sponsor before committing, as it affects your H-1B visa or green card timeline.
AI Developer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an AI Developer role?
The answer depends on your career stage. If you're a current student or recent graduate pursuing structured on-the-job learning, the Intern or Trainee category typically applies. If your AI Developer role involves independent research at a university, national lab, or research institute, the Research Scholar category is more appropriate. Your host employer and designated sponsor determine the final category based on your specific placement.
Is the host employer the same as the J-1 visa sponsor?
No, and confusing these two roles is one of the most common mistakes AI Developer candidates make. The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors program compliance. The host employer is the tech company or research institution where you actually work. Both parties must be involved, but only the designated sponsor has legal authority to issue your visa documentation.
How do I find AI Developer host employers open to J-1 coordination?
Many employers are unfamiliar with J-1 requirements, so targeting companies that have hosted exchange visitors before saves significant time. Use Migrate Mate to search AI Developer roles and identify employers with demonstrated J-1 experience, so your outreach focuses on hosts already equipped to work with a designated sponsor rather than those encountering the DS-2019 process for the first time.
Does the J-1 Trainee category have a maximum duration for AI Developer placements?
Yes. The Trainee category allows a maximum stay of 18 months for most occupational fields, including technology roles. Some AI research placements at recognized institutions under the Research Scholar category allow up to three years with possible extensions. Your designated sponsor sets the program end date on the DS-2019, and you cannot extend beyond the category maximum regardless of employer preference.
Can I transition from a J-1 AI Developer placement to an H-1B or other work visa?
Potentially, but the two-year home residency requirement is a major variable. If your placement is subject to it, you must return to your home country for two years before changing to H-1B, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa status unless you obtain a waiver. Not all AI Developer J-1 placements trigger this requirement, so confirm your obligation with the designated sponsor before accepting your DS-2019.