Adjunct Teaching - Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science - NDFS 200: Nutrient Metabolism (Evening School)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Teach the undergraduate NDFS 200 Nutrient Metabolism course on the BYU Provo, UT campus during the Spring 2026 term for Evening School. Manage and train teaching assistants. Hold office hours outside of class to help students learn the material. Provide students with feedback on written assignments. Direct management over course materials, grading, and submitting final grades.

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• An undergraduate and/or graduate degree must be in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Experience developing syllabi, lectures, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Demonstrated expertise in nutrient metabolism, including knowledge of biochemical pathways, macronutrient/micronutrient functions, and metabolic regulation in health and disease.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based nutrition and current dietary guidelines, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accessible instruction.
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
• BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

Nice To Haves

• PhD in nutrition, dietetics, food science, or related field with previous coursework in biochemistry.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
• Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach the undergraduate NDFS 200 Nutrient Metabolism course on the BYU Provo, UT campus during the Spring 2026 term for Evening School.
• Manage and train teaching assistants.
• Hold office hours outside of class to help students learn the material.
• Provide students with feedback on written assignments.
• Direct management over course materials, grading, and submitting final grades.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time