Lecturer in Nutrition

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word seeks a part-time Lecturer in Nutrition to teach Nutrition and Human Performance courses. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lectures, crafting assessments, and supporting students within UIW's mission and standards.

Required are a Master’s in Nutrition (or related field with nutrition coursework) and collegiate teaching experience. The role may involve online and hybrid modalities based on course needs.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nutrition or related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.
• Experience teaching nutrition or food courses at the collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and deliver interactive lectures based on approved syllabi.
• Create timely assessments and provide meaningful feedback to students.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside class to support student learning and questions.

Skills

Online teaching

Tech-enabled teaching

Flexible scheduling

Communication skills

Diet assessment software

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's in Nutrition

Master's in related field w/ 18 graduate hours in nutrition

Tools

Online learning platforms

Job description

Position Summary

The School of Math Science and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Nutrition. Position will teach courses in Nutrition and Human Performance. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Keep in contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction in multiple instructional modes to include online;
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty to ensure that standard curriculum outcomes are met;
• Possess excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to utilize and teach diet assessment software;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree in Nutrition OR Master's Degree in closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition.

Required Work Experience

Experience teaching courses in food and nutrition at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Nutrition or Food Science;
• Experience with on-line learning platforms;
• Professional experience in the field;
• RDN.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this field.

Posting Number:

UN1017PO

Job Type:

Part Time

Job Category:

Faculty

Reports To:

Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

Salary:

$2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience

Open Date

04/13/2026

Close Date

04/30/2027

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).