Part-time Faculty Pool: Nutrition

Merced College; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 90,370 - 116,806; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Job summary

A public community college in California is inviting applications for a part-time faculty position in Nutrition for the academic year 2025-2026. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing instruction, maintaining student records, and developing curricula. Required qualifications include a Master’s in nutrition or related fields. Additionally, teaching experience and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are preferred. The role offers competitive hourly pay and requires fingerprinting and tuberculosis testing before employment.

Qualifications

• Master's in nutrition, dietetics or dietetics and food administration.
• Bachelor's in nutrition, dietetics, or equivalent with a Master's in chemistry, public health, or similar.
• Community College Instructor Credential in Nutritional Science/Dietetics.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction according to course outlines.
• Inform students about course requirements and attendance policy.
• Maintain required student records and grade assignments.
• Prepare and grade class assignments and exams.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Develop and review curriculum.

Job description

Overview

Part-time Faculty Pool: Nutrition

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 20250055

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department:

Open pool for academic year 2025-2026Additional Compensation for Doctorate

Merced College invites qualified applicants to join a growing team focused on transforming higher education and supporting student success.

About Merced College

Founded in 1962, Merced College is committed to innovation, student success, and inclusive excellence. Located in California’s Central Valley, Merced offers a diverse community and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policy
• Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records
• Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area and campus professional activities/committees
• Participate in the college\'s learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments
• Perform tasks needed for student records, e.g., submit grades on time to admissions and records

Typical Qualifications

• Required:
  • Master\'s in nutrition, dietetics or dietetics and food administration OR
  • Bachelor\'s in any of the above AND Master\'s in chemistry, public health or family and consumer studies/home economics OR
  • The equivalent
  • (Note: A bachelor\'s in nutrition, dietetics, or dietetics and food administration, and certification as a registered dietitian, is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)
  • Community College Instructor Credential in Nutritional Science /Dietetics
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment.

• Preferred:
  • Teaching experience in the field
  • Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

Supplemental Information

• How to Apply: Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages. Statement notes: applications should be submitted via the Merced College career site.
• Required Documentation:
  • Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
  • Resume
  • List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
  • Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless hired
  • Diversity Statement: describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Limit to one page.
  • If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization
  • If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency) plus a link to equivalency information
• Interview Information: Highly qualified applicants will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews on site.
• Employee Benefits: Sick leave; faculty employed on a part-time hourly basis shall earn sick leave credit at the rate of one hour for every twenty hours of paid service.
• Condition of Employment: The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at their own expense prior to start. All offers are subject to board approval. Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Accommodations: Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations to participate in the application process. Submit requests with your application to Human Resources.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Merced Community College District

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