Instructor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Part-Time)

This position is primarily engaged in teaching.

The candidate must hold, at minimum, a master's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in the field of instruction or closely related discipline at time of hire. Preferably has completed most or all of the requirements for the doctorate or equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate effectiveness in teaching.

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The Department of Nutrition and Dietetics is seeking a part-time, 12-month, non-tenure earning, Instructor to teach graduate clinical nutrition courses. This position will report to the Department Chair, Dr. Andrea Arikawa.

Position responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Teach assigned courses in Nutrition, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives

• Hold regular office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students

• Maintain effective communication with students, addressing inquiries and providing timely feedback

• Adhere to department guidelines and procedures, fostering a collaborative and professional environment

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 4, 2025

Working Hours:  Varies

Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role

About the Department: UNF's Department of Nutrition and Dietetics is committed to transforming students into valued professionals through the pursuit and acquisition of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors essential for lifelong learning. We offer a variety of programs at the undergraduate, Master’s and Doctoral level. For more information about the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, visit https://www.unf.edu/brooks/nutrition/.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian credentials

• PhD in Nutrition or DCN, and at least five (5) years of experience working in a clinical setting

• Teaching/Education experience for at least three (3) years

Preferred Qualifications / Skills: 

• Experience teaching online courses

Required Licensure: N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents: 

• Current curriculum vitae 

• Cover letter

Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages) and

• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on February 14, 2025

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information.

 

Department

Nutrition & Dietetics, Chair

Compensation

$35,000.00 to Negotiable Annual

Equal Opportunity

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

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