Assistant Professor Dietetics

Hours of Work
TBA

Posting Number
TSU202279

Grant Title
N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

The Assistant Professor will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition and dietetics and advise students in the areas of nutrition and dietetics; advise students; engage in and publish research and present at professional meetings.

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nutrition and dietetics. Advise students in the areas of nutrition and dietetics. Collaborate with nutrition and dietetics and HSCS faculty as appropriate for enhancing instructional delivery and contributing to departmental goals. Supervise undergraduate nutrition and dietetics students in clinical and community practicums. Work on department, college and/or university committees as appropriate. Engage in community service activities as appropriate. Performs other job-related duties as required.

100%

Education

An earned doctorate (PhD, DCN ) in nutrition or related field with expertise in Community Nutrition, Nutrition Epidemiology or Public Health Nutrition preferred; and reasonably expect to have a doctorate degree prior to assuming the position.

RDN Required

Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of professional development related to areas of expertise.

Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience, at least three of which must have been at the college or university level, or the equivalent in terms of specialized experience post RD credentialing.

This position reports to the department chair.

Tasks are often complex and may require innovation.

Follows faculty manual, college and departmental Bylaws, and other policies set forward by the university.

Regular contact with others, including students, general public, visitors, and University personnel. The purpose of contacts is to explain, clarify, or interpret information and problem solving. May handle confidential information and some complex matters.

Anticipates students' needs and regularly motivates or influences others to be responsive to students.

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Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
No

Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.

It is the policy of Texas Southern University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies.

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