Assistant/Associate Professor in Nutrition and Hospitality Management

Alabama A&M University • Normal, IL

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About The Position

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences in the area of Nutrition and Hospitality Management at Alabama A&M University invites applications for a 9-month non-tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The area of specialization is an academic doctorate (Ph.D.) in Dietetics, Nutrition, Food Service, Hospitality Management, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. The individual selected for this position will provide course instruction, mentor students, serve on committees, and participate in other appropriate internal activities that contribute to the advancement of the department. The successful candidate will be expected to focus on high-quality course delivery and student learning, engagement methods, and experience in experimental food serving labs is preferred. The usual teaching load for this position is four classes each fall semester and four classes each spring semester.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in Nutrition and Hospitality Management or closely related area with a specialization in Nutrition and Hospitality Management
• Background and experience in teaching and research in Nutrition and Hospitality Management is preferred
• Experience in food experimental lab

Nice To Haves

• Experience in experimental food serving labs

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Nutrition and Hospitality Management
• Engage in research and scholarly writing
• Assist with curriculum development
• Advise undergraduate students
• Serve on various university, college and departmental committees
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree