Assistant Lecturer/Assistant GPND Director in Human Nutrition & Food

Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wyoming invites applications for an Assistant Lecturer in Human Nutrition & Food/Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (GPND). Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food/GPND, serving as the GPND Assistant Director, advising students, and contributing to department and university service.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or related area, and being a Registered Dietitian

Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or related area.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
• Minimum of three years professional experience post credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food/GPND.
• Serve as GPND Assistant Director.
• Advise GPND students.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

Master's degree in nutrition

Job description

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Wyoming invites applications for an Assistant Lecturer in Human Nutrition & Food/Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (GPND), Family and Consumer Sciences, nine-month academic year plus summer salary, extended term. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food/GPND. These courses may include 1) food production/management; 2) professionalism in dietetics; 3) community nutrition; and 4) therapeutic nutrition. The individual will serve as the GPND Assistant Director which is governed by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The position will also advise GPND students. Responsibilities will also include contributing to professional, departmental, and university service activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or related area
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
• Minimum of three years professional experience post credentialing

Desired Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or >5 years post-credentialing experience
• Experience with college/university-level teaching; program assessment and/or management
• Professional involvement in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or state affiliate
• Experience as a preceptor for dietetic students

Effective communication and collaborative skills that facilitate an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and all-around positive environment