Nutrition Adjunct BCH ND - Spring 25

Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.

 

 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The Department of Nutrition & Dietetics is seeking to hire an Adjunct. This is a non-tenure earning position in the department of Nutrition & Dietetics. We are seeking dedicated and qualified adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Nutrition. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and a passion for educating future nutrition professionals.

Appointment:

Adjunct faculty are hired on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed. Qualified candidates matching existing instructional need within the department will be considered on an as-needed basis. Courses, hours, and pay will vary with each assignment.

Anticipated Start Date: 

The position is expected to begin on January 6, 2024.

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.

Working Hours:

Part-time

Work Schedule:

Varies

Supervision Exercised:

This is not a supervisory role

About the Department:

The Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at UNF 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:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, or a closely related field.
• Previous teaching experience or relevant work experience in the field.
• Registered dietitian credential

Preferred:

• Doctor of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) or PhD in Nutrition or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Experience as a preceptor for students in the field.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: food service management, counseling, nutrition and metabolism.

Required Licensure:

N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

UNF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted online through the Human Resources website, unf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

In addition to completing an online application, candidates should be prepared to upload the following required documents:

• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references

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.

Job Posting Close Date:

Open until filled

Note: Adjunct jobs, posted as open until filled, may close at any time without notice.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Christian Merkley at 904-620-1700, or c.merkley@unf.edu.

Department

Nutrition & Dietetics, Chair-OPS

Compensation

Negotiable

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.<