Online Nutrition Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

ECPI University is seeking instructors to teach undergraduate HCA and Nursing programs in a remote, five-week term setting. Training and ongoing faculty support are provided; candidates join to share industry experience and connect with adult learners.

Ideal candidates are Nutrition professionals with 3–5 years of recent, relevant industry experience and strong communication skills. Evening/weekend availability is required to support busy adult learners.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nutrition or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
• 3–5 years of industry experience, within the last 5 years.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate HCA and Nursing programs remotely.
• Mentor students and provide training and faculty support.
• Lead live sessions weekly and maintain office hours via Zoom.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Student support

Education

Master’s degree in Nutrition

Master’s with 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Overview

This is a remote position for the right candidate.

We are looking for instructors to teach in our undergraduate level HCA and Nursing programs. This would be an ideal position for a Nutrition professional. No prior teaching experience is needed; we provide training, mentoring, and ongoing faculty support.

Since 1966, ECPI University’s employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model. If you are looking for an opportunity to share your industry experience, provide practical hands-on instruction, and make a real difference in our students’ lives, ECPI University may be for you.

Our terms are five weeks long and offer faculty the perfect environment in which to share their specific industry experiences to help students achieve learning outcomes. Candidates must be available evenings and weekends to support our busy adult learners.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline from a regionally accredited educational institution

Experience:

• 3-5 years industry experience required
• Industry experience must be within the last 5 years.

Required Skills:

• The highest levels of integrity at all times.
• Ability to quickly build connections with students using strong interpersonal skills (includingapproachability and empathy).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a 5-week accelerated course environment
• Comfortable being first point of contact to troubleshoot software or technical concerns for students.

Online Faculty Technical Requirements:

• Reliable high-speed internet required
• Responsible for supplying your own windows-based computer and webcam.
• Your computer system must pass the ECPI University minimum requirements test.
• Required to teach one live session each week and hold one live office hour per week via Zoom

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits on the first of the month after thirty (30) days of employment, some of which are highlighted below:

• Competitive compensation
• Retirement plan
• Health Advocate
• Some industry certifications
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (i.e. Tickets at Work, Verizon Wireless, MetLife Pet Insurance)
• IPad/Computer Purchase Program
• Employee Referral Program

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.