Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences; Dietetics Program

DHRM•Chesterfield, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia State University seeks a qualified Dietetic Internship (DI) Director for a 12-month faculty appointment in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences' Dietetics Program. The position provides leadership for the Dietetic Internship program and includes teaching, program administration, and service. The DI Director teaches Dietetic Internship courses and 1–2 undergraduate courses in accordance with SACSCOC instructional standards, supporting high-quality instruction and student learning. The Director oversees the administration and management of the Dietetic Internship program and ensures compliance with Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) standards. Responsibilities include program planning and evaluation; developing and implementing policies and procedures; student recruitment, advisement, evaluation, and counseling; coordinating with faculty and preceptors; maintaining accreditation and student records; overseeing continuous program assessment; and submitting documentation needed for graduates’ eligibility for the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination. The position also ensures year-round coverage of program leadership responsibilities. The DI Director participates in service activities supporting the University, the profession, and the broader community. These may include committee work, administrative assignments, professional engagement, program promotion and recruitment events, contributions to student and faculty life at institutional, regional, or national levels, and other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson. A doctorate in progress (ABD) is acceptable if completed by January 2027.

Requirements

Hold a terminal degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related health-related field; if the terminal degree is not specifically in Nutrition or Dietetics, hold a master's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
An ABD candidate is acceptable if the doctorate is completed by January 2027.
Be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Have prior college- or university-level teaching experience.
Demonstrate ability to work with a diverse population of students and colleagues.
Have strong educational preparation and college- or university-level teaching, scholarship, and research experience.
Have relevant post-credentialing work experience in nutrition and dietetics.
Have experience with ACEND-accredited programs or supervised practice education.
Demonstrate knowledge or experience working in the discipline.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Have proficient technology skills, including computer literacy.
Be able to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience at an HBCU.
Scholarly work or research in food and mood or food is medicine.
Curriculum development or management experience.
Student advising experience.
Scholarly research experience.
Doctorate preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the Dietetic Internship program and provide year-round coverage of program leadership responsibilities.
Teach Dietetic Internship courses and 1–2 undergraduate courses in accordance with SACSCOC instructional standards.
Administer and manage the program in compliance with ACEND standards.
Plan and evaluate the program and develop and implement policies and procedures.
Recruit, advise, evaluate, and counsel students.
Coordinate with faculty and preceptors.
Maintain accreditation and student records and oversee continuous program assessment.
Submit documentation required for graduates' eligibility for the CDR credentialing examination.
Participate in university, professional, and community service, including committee work, administrative assignments, professional engagement, program promotion, and recruitment activities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson.