Part-Time MCN Director & Adjunct Professor

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California, Davis invites applications for an Academic Administrator (50%) and Adjunct Professor (50%) in Nutrition. The role combines program administration of the MCN Master’s degree with teaching and scholarly activity, reflecting UC Davis' commitment to education and research excellence.

The director leads curriculum development, budgeting, accreditation, and student mentoring while the adjunct teaching component focuses on MCN courses, mentorship, and collaborative research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in nutrition or closely related field with expertise in Maternal and Child Nutrition.
• International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification.
• Experience in teaching, research, and program administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the MCN Master of Advanced Study program, including curriculum, operations, budget, and accreditation efforts.
• Serve as instructor of record for MCN courses and coordinate teaching within the program.
• Lead research and scholarly activity, seek grant funding, manage budgets for self-funded research.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree in nutrition or closely related field

IBCLC certification

Job description

University of California, Davis invites applications for an Academic Administrator (50%) and Adjunct Professor (50%) in Nutrition. The role combines program administration of the MCN Master’s degree with teaching and scholarly activity, reflecting UC Davis' commitment to education and research excellence.

The director leads curriculum development, budgeting, accreditation, and student mentoring while the adjunct teaching component focuses on MCN courses, mentorship, and collaborative research.