Teachers College, Columbia University — Director, Laurie M. Tisch Center for Food, Education & Policy (New York, NY)

The Laurie M. Tisch Center for Food, Education & Policy at Teachers College seeks a Director to lead research, policy advocacy, and program strategy focused on improving food systems and nutrition education. The role oversees staff, secures funding, and guides projects tied to school food, community engagement, and public policy.

You will supervise staff and student researchers, lead grant writing efforts, manage funded projects, and produce research articles, policy briefs, and reports. The position also involves presenting at conferences, advising graduate students, and working closely with the Faculty Director to shape research priorities and advocacy work.

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, food studies, education, STEM, or a related field and at least five years of experience in food systems, school based research, or policy advocacy. A strong record of securing grants and managing projects is required, along with strong writing and communication skills. Experience with partnerships, communications, or digital outreach is preferred.

This is a hybrid role based in New York. Salary range is $105,600 to $132,000.

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Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy — Food and Trade Policy Analyst (Minneapolis, MN or Washington, DC)

The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy seeks a full time policy analyst to support research, advocacy, and coalition work at the intersection of agriculture, trade, climate, and food justice. The role sits within the trade and global governance program and works closely with the Director of Trade and International Strategies and other policy staff.

You will analyze global and local food production policies, evaluate how trade rules shape food security and food sovereignty, and develop alternative policy proposals that support agroecological systems and rural communities. The role includes advocacy with lawmakers and decision makers, public engagement, coalition building, and writing research, reports, and funding proposals. You will represent the organization in public forums and serve as a subject matter source for media and partners.

Candidates need at least five years of experience in agriculture, food systems, or trade policy work focused on social, environmental, or economic justice. Strong research, writing, and communication skills are required, along with knowledge of agroecology and trade policy institutions. Experience working in coalitions and translating data into policy analysis is preferred. Spanish or Portuguese skills and experience in Latin America are a plus.

The position follows a hybrid schedule based in Minneapolis or Washington, DC, with domestic and international travel a few times each year. Salary range is $55,000 to $70,000 based on experience. 

To apply, submit a single PDF with resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to jobs@iatp.org. 

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CAVA — Director, Senior Corporate Counsel, Food, Sustainability and Marketing

CAVA seeks a senior legal leader to support food innovation, regulatory compliance, and commercial partnerships across a fast growing national restaurant brand. The role reports to the VP and Senior Associate Chief Legal Officer and works closely with culinary, food safety, sustainability, marketing, supply chain, operations, and CPG teams.

You will advise on food and menu related compliance, review laws and regulations, manage cross functional compliance projects, and propose legal solutions tied to product development and enterprise initiatives. The role includes reviewing and negotiating supplier agreements, evaluating marketing claims and copy, and supporting strategic decision making across departments.

Candidates need a J.D. and active U.S. bar license with at least seven years of law firm or in house experience. Strong contract drafting skills and the ability to analyze regulations and give practical guidance are required. Familiarity with food safety, sustainability, nutrition, marketing, packaging, or supply chain work is preferred, along with experience reviewing marketing materials.

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Food is Medicine Institute, Tufts University - State Technical Assistance Specialist

The Food is Medicine Institute seeks a State Technical Assistance Specialist to design and lead a new technical assistance function that helps states build Food is Medicine capacity and strengthen nutrition security efforts. This consulting role supports state initiatives tied to Medicaid waivers, CMS programs, SNAP, food labeling, and nutrition policy implementation.

You will lead state technical assistance engagements, adapt the Institute and Kaiser Permanente implementation toolkit for state use, and create repeatable guidance, templates, and training modules. The role tracks state policy developments, coordinates with research and policy teams, documents lessons learned, and identifies emerging state needs and funding pathways.

Candidates need 8 to 12 years of experience in state food policy, health policy, or delivery system transformation. Experience translating regulations into operational programs, familiarity with federal funding streams such as CMS waivers or USDA grants, and strong stakeholder management skills are required.

This is a 12 month consulting contract, renewable based on performance and funding, with an expected commitment of 20 to 30 hours per week.

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Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Colgate-Palmolive – Manager, Regulatory Affairs (Mexico City, Mexico – Hybrid)

Colgate-Palmolive seeks a Manager, Regulatory Affairs to lead regional compliance and market access for Hill’s Pet Nutrition across Latin America. This role guides product registrations, regulatory strategy, and cross-border compliance while helping bring pet nutrition products to market efficiently and in line with regional requirements.

You will oversee the full registration lifecycle, partner with Marketing and R&D on compliant product claims, and manage plant approvals, ingredient compliance, and import and export protocols. The role also represents the company before government agencies and industry associations, influences regulatory policy, and leads process improvements to strengthen internal systems and reduce risk.

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical or policy field, at least five years of professional experience including three in regulatory affairs, and experience working with regulatory bodies or trade associations. Strong English proficiency is required. A master’s degree, regional regulatory expertise, and leadership experience are preferred.

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Elanco – Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Transactions & Business Development (Indianapolis, IN)

Elanco seeks an Assistant General Counsel to support business development, corporate transactions, and strategic initiatives across a global animal health company. This role works closely with legal, finance, tax, and business teams and focuses on complex domestic and international deals. Travel up to 15 percent is expected, and the position is based at the Indianapolis headquarters.

You will advise on corporate and commercial law, support asset divestitures, partnerships, licensing agreements, and M&A transactions, and lead legal due diligence and deal negotiations. The role includes drafting purchase and collaboration agreements, managing post closing integration, and advising on finance and treasury matters. You will help select outside counsel, support process improvements, and contribute to workflow and technology integration across the legal team.

Candidates must hold a JD and be admitted to a U.S. state bar with at least five years of experience in corporate law or business development transactions. Strong deal drafting, negotiation, and project management skills are required. Experience in animal health, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated industries is preferred, along with familiarity with AI tools, securities, tax, IP, antitrust, and data privacy issues.

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Conagra Brands – Litigation Counsel (Chicago, Illinois)

Conagra seeks a Litigation Counsel to support the full life cycle of enterprise litigation, reporting to the Vice President and Chief Counsel for Litigation. This role partners with business teams, manages outside counsel, and helps guide dispute resolution strategy across the company. The position requires three days per week in office.

You will oversee lawsuits, claims, and subpoenas, direct outside counsel, and support witnesses through interviews, depositions, and hearings. You will represent the company in mediations, arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings, manage discovery and legal hold processes, and advise business partners on risk, insurance, and dispute strategy. The role also includes improving internal litigation processes, managing budgets, and training stakeholders.

Candidates must be licensed attorneys with at least four years of litigation experience in a law firm or corporate setting and licensed in Illinois or eligible for an Illinois in house license. Experience across product liability, commercial disputes, employment, environmental, insurance, and class action matters is valued. Strong project management, collaboration, and e discovery knowledge are preferred.

Pay range: $133,000 to $197,000 annually.

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ASPCA – Director, Legal Counsel (Remote, U.S.)

The ASPCA seeks a Director, Legal Counsel to support organization wide legal needs through contract drafting, risk management, and legal guidance across program and operational teams. This is a full time remote role with up to 10 percent travel and reports to a Senior Director, Corporate Counsel.

You will draft and negotiate corporate agreements such as confidentiality agreements, consulting contracts, and other legal documents. You will advise internal teams on risk, compliance, labor and employment matters, and strategic initiatives. The role includes cross department collaboration, legal research, staff training on legal risks, and coordination with outside counsel on complex matters.

Requirements include a JD, admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, and at least four years of legal experience. Experience with contract drafting is required. In house experience and familiarity with nonprofit corporate law, real estate, finance, or education work are valued. A strong commitment to animal welfare is expected.

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