Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Nutritional Sciences

University of Georgia; Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Nutritional Sciences to join their dynamic team. This full-time position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in sports, clinical, and community nutrition, along with mentoring students in the Nutritional Sciences Graduate Program. The role emphasizes a commitment to inclusive excellence and provides an opportunity to contribute to the academic community. If you have a passion for nutrition and education, and are ready to inspire the next generation of professionals, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in nutrition or related field required.
• Preferred credential as a registered dietitian nutritionist.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition.
• Mentor students and oversee internship programs.
• Contribute to departmental and university activities.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Online Pedagogy

Nutrition Expertise

Clinical Nutrition

Sports Nutrition

Community Nutrition

Education

Doctoral Degree in Nutrition or Related Field

Job description

Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Nutritional Sciences

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APPLICATIONS DEADLINE

Applicant screening will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected; however, to be assured of a complete review, candidates should submit their application materials by December 9, 2024. The application packet must include a cover letter of interest that details how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs of the position as well as responsibilities and qualifications detailed in the posting; a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.

Confidential requests for information may be directed to:

Lauren Housley, PhD, RDN, LD
Clinical Associate Professor
Director of the Dietetic Internship Program
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Nutritional Sciences
The University of Georgia
280 Dawson Hall
Athens, GA 30602
[e-mail]

We not only strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to consider applying for this position, but we also maintain that all candidates should share our commitment to inclusive excellence.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2153P
Working Title: Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Nutritional Sciences
Department: FACS-Nutritional Sciences

Position Details

Classification Title: Open Rank
FLSA: Faculty Rank: Open Rank
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctoral degree (upon appointment) in nutrition or a related field.

Position Summary

Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Nutritional Sciences (95% Teaching and 5% Service), full-time, 9-month academic year appointment in the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.

Responsibilities Include:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate in-residence and online courses in sports nutrition, clinical nutrition, and community nutrition.
• Mentor students enrolled in the Sports Nutrition Emphasis area in the Nutritional Sciences Graduate Program, and oversee the Nutrition Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport Internship program.
• Contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, the public, and the profession.

Additional Requirements

To be considered for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor, the applicant must hold an earned doctoral degree (upon appointment) in nutrition or a related field.

To be considered for the position of Clinical Associate Professor, the applicant must meet the above qualifications and have at least five years at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor.

To be considered for the position of Clinical Professor, the applicant must meet the above qualifications and have at least five years at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

It is preferred that the applicant be credentialed as a registered dietitian nutritionist by the Commission on Dietetics; have at least two years at the rank of clinical instructor and/or comparable training and/or post-graduate experience in area of nutritional sciences; and have two years of experience with effective online pedagogy and best practices in teaching and learning.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information