Ranked Faculty, Functional & Integrative Nutrition (Remote)

Position Information:

NWHSU is seeking a ranked faculty member to join our Functional and Integrative Nutrition program to educate, inspire, and clinically mentor graduate and doctoral students through advanced, evidence-informed instructional delivery, high-touch academic advising, and rigorous clinical oversight. The incumbent will support the execution of the university's cutting-edge clinical nutrition curriculum across three specialized program tiers: the Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN), the Master of Health Sciences (MHS) in Functional & Integrative Nutrition, and the Graduate Certificate in Functional Sports Nutrition. This position will additionally act as a primary regulatory gatekeeper and mentor for students accumulating supervised practice hours toward their Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) credential. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, student-centered educator who is passionate about fostering an inclusive learning environment, promoting academic and professional excellence, and preparing students for success. 

Work Location: Fully Remote

Duties:

• Teach graduate and doctoral-level courses in Functional and Integrative Nutrition using evidence-informed, student-centered instructional methods in asynchronous and synchronous learning environments.
• Evaluate student performance through grading, constructive feedback, and assessment of clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, and critical thinking.
• Advise and mentor students academically and professionally, including individualized degree planning, career guidance, and capstone support.
• Serve as a Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists Approved Supervisor, providing oversight of supervised practice experiences and verifying student clinical competencies and documentation.
• Provide clinical mentorship by reviewing case studies, assessing clinical decision-making, and supporting the development of safe, evidence-based nutrition interventions.
• Develop, maintain, and update course materials, instructional content, and curriculum to ensure alignment with accreditation standards, current research, and program objectives.
• Collaborate with faculty and university leadership on curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, continuous quality improvement, and shared governance activities.
• Participate in department, college, and university committees and contribute to initiatives that support the mission and strategic goals of the University.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need to have?

Required Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution, such as:
  • Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) or PhD in Nutrition
  • MD, DO, ND, DC, or equivalent clinical doctorate with advanced nutrition and functional/integrative medicine training
• American Nutrition Association (ANA) approved Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) supervisor
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in advanced clinical nutrition
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to teach effectively in an online learning environment

Licensure and Professional Standing (as applicable)

• Current, unrestricted professional licensure (e.g., RDN, MD, DO, ND, DC, etc.) as required
• Good standing with all relevant licensing and credentialing bodies as applicable
• Active or recent clinical practice preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior graduate-level teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid formats
• Experience with online learning management systems (Canvas preferred)
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Functional medicine and systems biology
  • Integrative and lifestyle medicine
  • Chronic disease prevention and management
  • Clinical assessment and personalized nutrition care
  • Nutrition research methods and evidence-based practice
• Scholarly activity such as peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or curriculum development
• Experience mentoring graduate students, supervising clinical