Clinical Assistant Professor (10 Month), Nutrition

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo invites applications for a full-time, 10-month Clinical Assistant Professor in the Nutrition Program. This role focuses on undergraduate teaching, student advising, and curriculum development within a dynamic School of Public Health and Health Professions.

The successful candidate will contribute to program evaluation, participate in service activities across the Department and University, and mentor students and teaching assistants in a collaborative academic community.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the undergraduate Nutrition Program with responsibility for up to 12 credit hours per Fall and Spring semester.
• Provide academic advising, career mentorship, and guidance to students and teaching assistants.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, and ongoing course improvements.
• Engage in department, school, and university service activities and professional organizations.
• Foster a collaborative academic environment and collegial faculty interactions.

Skills

Teaching

Academic advising

Mentorship

Curriculum design

Committee/service involvement

Job description

The Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences within the School of Public Health and Health Professions invites applicants for a full-time, 10-month Clinical Assistant Professor position in our Nutrition Program. This is a clinical faculty position to begin in August 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Primarily teach in the undergraduate Nutrition Program, but may have opportunities to teach in other programs for the Department.
• Empower the next generation of nutrition professionals by offering personalized academic advising, career mentorship, and meaningful guidance to both students and teaching assistants.
• Shape the future of the curriculum through innovative course design, continuous program enhancement, and thoughtful evaluation that keeps our offerings cutting edge and relevant.
• Play an active role in advancing the department and the profession by contributing your talents to committees, initiatives, and service activities across the Department, School, University, and professional organizations.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive academic community by modeling collegiality, teamwork, and a spirit of shared purpose in all faculty interactions.
• Engage deeply in teaching excellence, with a commitment to delivering up to 12 credit hours each Fall and Spring semester in a dynamic, student centered environment.

About The Department

The Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences is a dynamic, research driven academic unit within the School of Public Health and Health Professions. Faculty and students collaborate across well established research programs supported by excellent facilities and a wide range of academic offerings—from undergraduate degrees in Exercise and Nutritional Sciences to advanced MS and PhD programs. The Department offers a BS in Exercise Science, a BS in Nutritional Sciences, a BS/MS in Exercise Nutrition, an MS in Clinical Nutrition leading to the Registered Dietitian credential, an MS degree in Athletic Training, MS degrees in Nutrition and Exercise Science and PhD degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition.

A signature feature of the department is the Center for Research and Education in Special Environments (CRESE), a state of the art facility that enables cutting edge research at altitude, underwater, and in extreme temperatures. It’s an exciting environment for faculty who want to innovate, mentor, and make a meaningful impact in the fields of nutrition and human performance.

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.