Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutrition & Dietetics

Job Details

Job Title
Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutrition & Dietetics

Agency
Tarleton State University

Department
Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences and Nutrition Science

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Fort Worth, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutrition & Dietetics in the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences and Nutrition Science.

This is a 12-month non-tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s Fort Worth campus. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be assigned to teach at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities, as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

100% Teaching and Service:

Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

Minimum Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

Earned Doctoral degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area from an accredited university. *Note: In exceptional cases, outstanding professional experience and demonstrated contributions to the teaching discipline may be presented in lieu of a terminal degree.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential (or eligibility at time of appointment).
Minimum of two (2) years of professional practice experience in nutrition and dietetics.
Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, or supervise students in academic or clinical settings.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction.
Demonstrate the potential for effective instruction as evaluated by their peers, department head, and college dean.
Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching.
Ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience***

Application Procedure

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2026.

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