Assistant Sports Dietitian, Athletics

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Health coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati Athletics is hiring an Assistant Sports Dietitian to support football and other teams. You will counsel student-athletes on nutrition for performance and health, manage daily food service operations, and create educational resources for teams.

Responsibilities include campus dining coordination, travel nutrition planning, and collaboration with Sports Medicine and Sports Performance for a multidisciplinary approach.

Qualifications

• Counsel student-athletes regarding nutrition for optimal performance.
• Assist with food service management and daily operations.
• Develop educational materials and nutrition resources for teams.

Responsibilities

• Attend team workouts, practices, and games to provide education and fuel guidance.
• Assist with travel nutrition needs and performance fueling strategies.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education presentations and events.

Skills

Counsel student-athletes

Food service management

Nutrition education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

About The Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 450 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 118 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first non-Power Five program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.

In 2023, the Bearcats entered a new era as a Power Four School when they officially joined the Big 12 Conference, positioning Cincinnati among the nation’s premier athletics programs.

Off the field, UC student-athletes continue to find success, as well, collectively posting a school-record 3.54 GPA in the Fall of 2025.

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics's mission is to connect our community, enhance our university and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.

For more information visit gobearcats.com.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, Department of Athletics is seeking applicants for an Assistant Sports Dietitian to work with the Football program.

The successful candidate will be expected to assist all Performance Nutrition needs of assigned student‑athletes, teams, and coaches through counseling, planning, monitoring, documentation of performance based nutritional needs, and daily food service operations while following University of Cincinnati and departmental policies, NCAA Division I, and Conference bylaws and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Counsel student‑athletes regarding nutrition for optimal performance and health and medical conditions.
• Assist with food service management and daily operations including but not limited to inventory, product ordering, fueling station aesthetics and education.
• Develop educational materials & resources, including social media content.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education presentations, demonstrations, or events related to performance to assigned teams.
• Attend team workouts, practices, and games as needed to provide education and fuel to enhance performance.
• Assist with travel nutrition needs for assigned teams – performance menus, pre/post‑game fuel, post‑game meals, recovery strategies, and snack bags.
• Assist with menu development and oversight for training table meals.
• Work closely with Sports Medicine and Sports Performance to ensure a multi‑disciplinary approach for student‑athlete health and wellness.
• Assist with management, oversight, and mentorship of student volunteers/interns.
• Examine and translate scientific research related to nutrition, athletic performance, and dietary supplements.
• Evaluate dietary supplements for legality, safety, quality, and efficacy.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Nutrition, Health/Exercise, Nutrition/Dietetics, or related field

Required Trainings/Certifications

Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with active status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration – must be achieved within three (3) months of hire

Certificate/Licensure as required by the State of Ohio – must be achieved within six (6) months of hire

Required Experience

One (1) year of related experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, or related degree.
• Working towards CSSD credential (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics)
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings and travel with the team.
• Must be able to lift up to 45lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation And Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work‑Life Balance

• Vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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