Assistant Lecturer/Program Assistant Director for the Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (GPND), Family and Consumer Sciences

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Instructional and program support for the Human Nutrition & Food/Dietetics unit, Family & Consumer Sciences. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food and the Graduate Program in Nutrition & Dietetics (GPND). These courses may include 1) food production/management; 2) professionalism in dietetics; 3) community nutrition; and 4) therapeutic nutrition. Additional courses as part of the required teaching load may be negotiable according to the applicant’s background and expertise. Other essential duties include program coordination for the GPND which is governed by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Responsibilities include coordination of academic progression and GPND student learning experiences, preceptor and site rotation support, and assisting with accreditation requirements. Responsibilities will also include contributing to professional, departmental, and university service activities.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in human nutrition, nutrition science, or related area
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
• Minimum of three years professional experience post credentialing
• Eligible to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Earned doctorate or >5 years post-credentialing experience
• Experience with college/university-level teaching
• Experience with program assessment and/or management
• Professional involvement in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or state affiliate
• Experience as a preceptor for dietetic students
• Effective communication and collaborative skills that facilitate an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and all-around positive environment

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses in Human Nutrition and Food and the Graduate Program in Nutrition & Dietetics (GPND), including food production/management, professionalism in dietetics, community nutrition, and therapeutic nutrition.
• Program coordination for the GPND, including coordination of academic progression and student learning experiences.
• Provide preceptor and site rotation support for the GPND.
• Assist with accreditation requirements for the GPND.
• Contribute to professional, departmental, and university service activities.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions (State contributes over 15% of gross salary, total contribution exceeds 19% with mandatory employee contribution)
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and 4 deductible options)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure)
• Tuition Waiver (for employees and eligible dependents)
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level