Dietetic Internship Program Director — Lead Accreditation

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - San Diego Health Dietetic Internship Program seeks a Program Director to provide strategic leadership, accreditation oversight, and quality improvement for the ACEND-accredited internship.

You will manage curriculum, clinical rotations, and evaluations for up to 10 interns annually, collaborating with Food and Nutrition leadership and preceptors to deliver high-quality experiences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education or related field.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
• Minimum five years of clinical nutrition experience.
• Certification in nutrition specialty (CNSC, CDCES) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct administration and continuous improvement of ACEND-accredited program.
• Ensure ACEND standards compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Lead accreditation activities including reporting and site visits.
• Conduct annual program evaluations with stakeholder feedback.
• Oversee recruitment, interviews, and onboarding of interns.
• Coordinate curriculum development and clinical rotation schedules.
• Recruit, develop, educate, and support preceptors for intern learning.
• Maintain Canvas LMS and educational technologies.
• Foster a culture of learning, collaboration, professionalism, and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education

Job description

The University of California - San Diego Health Dietetic Internship Program seeks a Program Director to provide strategic leadership, accreditation oversight, and quality improvement for the ACEND-accredited internship.

You will manage curriculum, clinical rotations, and evaluations for up to 10 interns annually, collaborating with Food and Nutrition leadership and preceptors to deliver high-quality experiences.