Assistant Performance Dietician

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Exclusive campus discounts

Professional training opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Assistant Performance Dietician to optimize student-athlete health and performance. The role includes individual nutrition counseling, team education, and menu development for football and other teams under the Director of Sports Nutrition.

The position requires a registered dietitian and NC licensure within 3 months, with preferred experience in athletic settings and knowledge of FERPA/HIPAA compliance.

Formación

• Registered dietitian with active registration and ability to obtain North Carolina RD licensure within 3 months of hire.
• Experience managing nutrition care for athletes is preferred.
• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA compliance requirements.
• Understanding of NCAA, USADA, and WADA rules regarding banned substances is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Provide individualized nutrition counseling to UNC student-athletes.
• Lead team nutrition education and conduct group talks.
• Develop menus for football and other assigned teams under supervision.
• Coordinate patient-care with athletic trainers, strength staff, and sports science teams.
• Screen supplements and analyze DEXA scans to optimize performance.

Conocimientos

Communication

Public Speaking

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Canva

PowerPoint

Educación

Post-Baccalaureate degree or foreign equivalent

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Canva

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Position Details

• Job Title: Assistant Performance Dietician
• Location: North Carolina, US
• Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• Hiring Range: Dependent on Experience and Qualifications
• Proposed Start Date: 01/01/2027
• Position Number: 20062651
• Posting ID: NF0010161

About the University

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow's healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Assistant Performance Dietician reports directly to the Director of Sports Nutrition. This position includes the clinical, food service and education/outreach services provided to optimize the health and performance of UNC student-athletes. Primary responsibilities include individual nutrition counseling, team education, menu development, serving as a food and nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, and sports performance staff for football and possibly some other assigned teams. The position requires strong clinical skills in the areas of diabetes, hypertension, lipid management, eating disorders, weight management, and other MNT (Medical Nutrition Therapy) diagnoses as well as a sound knowledge of performance enhancement principles and strategies based on the most up to date research.

The Assistant Performance Dietitian provides scientifically-based counseling to student-athletes in order to optimize health and performance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing individual consults, conducting team talks, providing visual and verbal education, screening supplements, conducting and analyzing DEXA scans, and developing menus for football under the supervision of the Director of Performance Nutrition. The position coordinates student-athlete care with athletic training, strength and conditioning, sports science, performance innovation, sports psychology and counseling, and coaching staff.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Registered dietitian (with active registration through Commission in Dietetic Registration) and ability to obtain North Carolina State RD Licensure within 3 months of date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• At least 2 years of experience managing nutrition care for athletes.
• Prior experience working with professional or collegiate athletes.
• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies [e.g., National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), and World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)] regarding banned drugs and restricted substances.
• Demonstrated effective communication one-to-one, in small groups, and in public speaking contexts.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with culturally diverse students and staff.
• Certification as a CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) or willingness to obtain certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to work a non-traditional work week.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Tanvi Goel, HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]. Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.