"Clinical Instructor of Nutrition (Non-Tenure Track)"

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number
F00430P

Classification Title
Instructor, Clinical

Position Title
Clinical Instructor of Nutrition (Non-Tenure Track)

GSU Information

Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor’s degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad.

A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.

With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State’s interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation’s most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University’s rapid research growth.

Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta’s vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.

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Department
Nutrition

College
Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions

Campus
Atlanta

Position Type
Full Time Faculty

Posting Type
Internal/External

About the Department

Part of a comprehensive research university, the Department of Nutrition is housed within the Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions. Situated in the heart of downtown Atlanta, the department serves approximately 250 undergraduate and graduate students. Due to its location and prestigious reputation, the Department of Nutrition has connections to the city’s businesses, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and clinical institutions, offering diverse opportunities for students and faculty alike.

Position Description

The Department of Nutrition in the Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions at Georgia State University is seeking applications for a 9-month non-tenure track Clinical Instructor position to begin in Fall 2026. The appointment spans from August to May, with the potential for optional paid work opportunities available during June and July. Primary responsibilities include serving as a counseling preceptor and participating in didactic instruction. Other expected duties include participating in scholarly activities and engaging in academic and/or professional service.

Required Experience

An earned graduate degree in Nutrition or closely related discipline
At least one year of experience working in nutrition counseling
At least one year of experience as a registered dietitian post-credentialing with the ability to be licensed in Georgia

Required Education

Master’s degree in nutrition or a related field

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Three or more years of experience as a registered dietitian, delivering nutrition counseling to a diverse patient/client population
Experience teaching Nutrition-related courses at the college-level and/or serving as a dietetic preceptor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficiency in teaching through various instructional methods
Ability to foster an inclusive environment and support diverse student populations in both in-person and virtual settings
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and technological skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records
Demonstrated expertise in instructional technology
Collaborative skills to support departmental and institutional goals

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc

At least one year of experience as a registered dietitian post-credentialing with the ability to be licensed in Georgia

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check is required
Official transcript of highest degree

Work Hours
Varied with the possibility of evenings and weekends

Salary
Commensurate with experience

Search Chair Contact info
Jessica Todd
Email: jjohnson22@gsu.edu

Departmental contact for assistance
Mariquez Adams
Email: madams32@gsu.edu

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
08/01/2026

Open Date
10/22/2025

Review of Applications Begins
10/22/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Apply at:
https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6335

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
2. Letter of Intent/Cover Letter