The Assistant Professor of Nutrition is a tenure-track faculty position within the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality & Human Services. This role is responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition across multiple modalities, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting program accreditation requirements. The faculty member is expected to maintain an active research and scholarly agenda, including mentoring student research, disseminating findings, and pursuing external funding. In addition, the position provides academic advising and mentorship to students, contributes to program and departmental initiatives, and engages in service at the department, college, university, and professional levels.
Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Key Competencies:
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The ability to translate knowledge into essential practice skills for entry-level nutritionists and registered dietitian nutritionists.
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Provide instruction in nutrition courses across modalities (in-person, hybrid, and online).
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Develop/revise online applied nutrition courses utilizing the Quality Matters review process.
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Participate in planning, review, and evaluation of bachelor’s and master’s programs, including certificates and concentrations.
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Develop, implement, and monitor student performance outcomes through assessment.
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Advise and mentor nutrition students.
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Collaborate with other departments and units across campus.
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Report curriculum and course issues to appropriate program coordinators; report all other issues to the Department Chair.
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Serve on Departmental, College, and University committees as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to articulate clearly in lectures and discussions.
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Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while teaching.
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Ability to move around classrooms and laboratories as needed.
Job Conditions:
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Deliver courses both face-to-face and online.
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Work within department offices to support the department, college, and university mission focused on the success of both on-campus and online students.
Who We Are:
Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.
Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.
Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance?
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.?
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits - Lamar University
