Nutrition Affiliate Instructor

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 1,741,286 - 2,041,603; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Free RTD pass

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is seeking part-time affiliate faculty for the Department of Nutrition at Metropolitan State University of Denver. In this role, you will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, engage with a diverse student body, and conduct assessments in compliance with university policies. A minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition or a related field is required to teach undergraduate courses, while a Doctorate is necessary for graduate courses.

Pay ranges from $1,264 to $1,482 per credit hour with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition or a related field to teach undergraduate level courses.
• Doctorate in Nutrition or a related field is required to teach graduate level courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Conduct student assessments and adhere to university policies.
• Consult with students outside of class, either in-person or remotely.
• Engage with a diverse student population.

Skills

Instruction delivery

Student assessment

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field

Doctorate in Nutrition or related field (for graduate courses)

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Nutrition at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is inviting applications for temporary, part‑time affiliate faculty teaching positions. The primary responsibility is to teach one or more credit hours as determined by the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines for undergraduate and graduate courses, including Introduction to Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Community Nutrition, and other content areas.
• Conduct student assessments and adhere to university and department policies and procedures regarding students and faculty.
• Be available for consultation with students outside of class either in‑person or remotely.
• Adapt to and employ new modes of instruction as needed.
• Engage with a diverse student population and demonstrate sensitivity to the educational needs of students who are historically underrepresented or first‑generation.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition or a related field to teach undergraduate level courses.
• Doctorate in Nutrition or a related field is required to teach graduate level courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
• At least two years of teaching experience relevant to one or more of the content areas.
• Previous experience teaching in an online environment.
• Experience with diverse, historically underrepresented and/or first‑generation college students.

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part‑time, at‑will employees hired to teach on a per‑credit‑hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment. Qualified candidates will be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary

Pay per credit hour assignment ranges from $1,264 to $1,482, based on university policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, and life and supplemental insurance plans.
• Retirement plans and access to a long‑term disability (LTD) plan.

Diversity Statement

MSU Denver is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. The campus community includes nearly 58% first‑generation students and over 50% students of color. The University is committed to creating an equitable learning and working environment and fostering a culture of belonging for all community members.