Assistant Professor - Nutrition

UWGBY University of Wisconsin Green Bay; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Nutrition Sciences to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and develop a robust research program. The department values inclusive teaching and supports a diverse educational environment.

The position requires a Doctorate in Nutrition or a closely related field, with an emphasis on scholarly activity and service.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Nutrition, Food Science or closely related field from an accredited institution by the end of the first academic year.
• If the doctorate is not completed by the start date, the candidate will be hired into a terminal appointment at the rank of Instructor with a rate determined at hire; upon degree conferral, title changes to Assistant Professor.
• Preferred: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship; commitment to inclusive teaching and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor students with opportunities to support graduate student capstone projects.
• Teaching course load of 24 contact hours (approximately 8 courses per academic year).
• Contribute to ongoing program development in both undergraduate and graduate programs in nutrition science/dietetics, including management of the accredited Dietetics graduate program.
• Perform institutional and community service.
• Develop a strong research program involving collaboration with students and/or faculty.
• Perform scholarly activities consistent with rank.
• Teach lower- and upper-level undergraduate courses (online and in-person) and graduate courses in Nutrition Sciences, including Human Nutrition, Nutritional Biochemistry, Lifespan Nutrition, Culinary Medicine, Nutrigenomics, Advanced Nutrient Metabolism and other related courses.
• Implement inclusive instructional strategies to increase support for students from underrepresented and first-generation backgrounds.

Education

Doctorate in Nutrition/related field

Job description

Assistant Professor - Nutrition

Position Title: Assistant Professor - Nutrition Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties: The Department of Human Biology at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in Nutrition Sciences. The Department has an undergraduate Nutrition Sciences program, as well as an accredited Nutrition and Integrated Health Master’s program. Candidates with expertise in nutrition sciences are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates will be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will be responsible for enhancing UW-Green Bay’s mission-driven inclusive teaching efforts and creating and maintaining an educational environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates those with diverse identities, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor students with opportunities to support graduate student capstone projects.
• Teaching course load of 24 contact hours (approximately 8 courses per academic year).
• Contribute to ongoing program development in both the undergraduate and graduate programs in nutrition science/dietetics, including contribution to the management of the accredited Dietetics graduate program.
• Perform institutional and community service
• Develop a strong research program involving collaboration with students and/or faculty.
• Perform scholarly activities consistent with rank
• Teach lower- and upper-level undergraduate courses (both online and in-person) and graduate courses in Nutrition Sciences, such as Human Nutrition, Nutritional Biochemistry, Lifespan Nutrition, Culinary Medicine, Nutrigenomics, Advanced Nutrient Metabolism and other food and nutrition-related courses based on applicant’s expertise
• Implement inclusive instructional strategies to increase support for students from underrepresented and first-generation backgrounds at UW-Green Bay

Start Date: August 23, 2027

Department: Human Biology

Compensation: Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Nutrition, Food Science or closely related field from an accredited institution by the end of the first academic year.
• Candidates who have not completed their doctorate by the start date will be hired into a terminal appointment at the rank of Instructor with a rate determined at the time of hire. Upon degree conferral, the title will change to Assistant Professor. The contract will not be renewed if the degree is not conferred by the end of the terminal appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship.

Conditions of Appointment: The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to teach a course or work at the Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs. Position is an academic year, tenure-track appointment. Applicants must be considered for tenure and promotion in six years, although tenure decisions may be at any time. Promotion from Assistant to Associate Professor is simultaneous with tenure. Excellence in teaching, sustained scholarly activity, and institutional service required for retention and promotion. A pre-employment education check which includes, but is not limited to, the verification of academic credentials will be conducted on the finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the university does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. In addition, if the final selected candidate has prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct will be completed. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Application Deadline: To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Monday November 9, 2026.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email: Amy Ibuaka Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Benefit Details

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

UW System Employee Benefits Brochure Total Compensation Estimator Employee Misconduct All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

Confidentiality Statement

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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