Tenure-Track Nutrition Scientist & Educator

The California State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Nutrition Science starting August 2027. Primary teaching contributions will be in Nutrition courses for Nutrition majors, with a focus on nutrient metabolism at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants should demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence, effective communication, and teamwork, and participate in MS Nutrition program supervision and graduate coursework in

Qualifications

• Earned a doctorate in Human Nutrition or closely related field. ABD may be considered but must have doctorate before start.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interest in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Demonstrate or show potential for securing external funding and publishing research.
• Demonstrate or show potential for excellence in teaching, communication, interpersonal skills, and teamwork.
• Experience with student-centered learning and teaching; ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.
• Experience with diverse populations and fostering inclusive environments.
• Interact well with peers, students, industry partners, and the public.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nutrition courses for Nutrition majors, focusing on nutrient metabolism at undergrad and grad levels.
• Supervise graduate students and contribute to MS Nutrition program through team-teaching and graduate courses (in-person and online).
• Develop a successful nutrition research program, obtain external funding, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, present at conferences.
• Collaborate with Cal Poly researchers and community partners; engage Learn by Doing experiences and undergraduate research.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Diversity & Inclusion

Grant Funding

Education

PhD in Human Nutrition or closely related field

Job description

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Nutrition Science starting August 2027. Primary teaching contributions will be in Nutrition courses for Nutrition majors, with a focus on nutrient metabolism at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants should demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence, effective communication, and teamwork, and participate in MS Nutrition program supervision and graduate coursework in