Assistant Professor of Dietetics & Nutrition-Digital Health

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose State University’s Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging seeks an Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Nutrition beginning August 2027. The role emphasizes teaching across undergraduate/graduate programs and integrating emerging technologies into nutrition and dietetics curricula.

Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in nutrition or related field, with eligibility for RDN by Aug 17, 2027, and a scholarly agenda or teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Earned Doctoral degree in Nutrition or closely related field.
• Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential or evidence to be credentialed by August 17, 2027.
• Evidence of university-level teaching effectiveness in dietetics, nutrition or closely related areas.
• Record of scholarly publications or strong potential for a productive scholarly agenda.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition and dietetics, including emerging technologies.
• Develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, including pursuing external grant funding and disseminating scholarship.
• Participate in curriculum planning, development, assessment, and revision to meet program needs.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in academic, professional, and research development.
• Collaborate with nutrition and dietetics professionals and community partners for field experiences and curriculum development.
• Participate in professional organizations related to nutrition/dietetics and related fields.
• Engage in shared governance and service assignments, usually on department, college, and university committees.
• Organize all classes within the Canvas LMS.
• Demonstrate awareness of diverse student needs through inclusive course materials and teaching strategies.

Education

Doctoral degree in Nutrition or related field

Job description

San Jose State University’s Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging seeks an Assistant Professor in Dietetics and Nutrition beginning August 2027. The role emphasizes teaching across undergraduate/graduate programs and integrating emerging technologies into nutrition and dietetics curricula.

Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in nutrition or related field, with eligibility for RDN by Aug 17, 2027, and a scholarly agenda or teaching excellence.