Adjunct Faculty Member - Nutrition

Manchester University•Fort Wayne, IN

4d•Remote

About The Position

This is a part-time adjunct teaching position in the Nutrition and Nutrigenomics Department for the Spring semester of 2027. The role delivers a 3-credit-hour, 500-level Food Systems Management course through an asynchronous distance pathway. Course materials must be posted two weeks before delivery. The position reports through the department chair to the Dean of the College of Pharmacy. The work schedule will be determined by hire. Compensation is $1,500 per load hour.

Requirements

RDN degree, or an advanced degree accompanied by documented subject-matter expertise and/or appropriate professional certification.
Knowledge and experience sufficient to effectively teach assigned courses in the specified department.
Effective presentation skills.
Effective organizational and administrative skills.
Ability to deliver course content and help students understand it.
Ability to evaluate student writing and provide effective feedback.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
Ability to adapt to changing teaching and learning environments and content-delivery methods.
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in the best interests of students.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and respond to students’ legitimate needs in a timely manner.
Ability and willingness to work with students of all skill levels and academic backgrounds.
Ability and willingness to perform clerical work for oneself as necessary.
Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Basic computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and internet use.

Responsibilities

Deliver a 3-credit-hour, 500-level Food Systems Management course through asynchronous distance delivery.
Post all course materials two weeks in advance of delivery.
Maintain regular interactions with enrolled students.
Report final grades to the registrar.
Meet assigned classes at scheduled locations as needed.
Hold regular office hours, as appropriate.
Administer examinations and assess student learning.
Work professionally, collegially, and collaboratively with the University community.
Comply with policies and procedures in the Faculty Manual.
Support students’ personal and professional development.
Design new courses, as appropriate.
Provide academic advising.