Assistant Professor, Nutrition

Lamar University•Beaumont, TX

About The Position

The Assistant Professor of Nutrition is a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality & Human Services. The position teaches undergraduate and graduate nutrition courses across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities; contributes to curriculum development and program assessment; and supports accreditation requirements. The faculty member maintains an active research and scholarly agenda, mentors student research, disseminates findings, and collaborates with colleagues on external funding opportunities. The role also includes advising and mentoring students, participating in departmental and university initiatives, and providing professional and community service. The position delivers courses face-to-face and online and works in department offices in support of on-campus and online students. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Pay is commensurate.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Nutrition from an accredited institution, or ABD with expected graduation by May 2027.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
Demonstrated ability or potential for teaching.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills for working with students, staff, faculty, and administration.
Commitment to creating and sustaining an environment that supports student success.
Active involvement in professional organizations within the field of specialty.
Ability to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ACEND requirements in academic coursework.
Strong interest and proven competence in research and scholarship.
Research experience with demonstrated scholarship through first-authored publications.
College- or university-level teaching experience, including curriculum development and course design using the Quality Matters process.
Practical nutrition and dietetics experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate nutrition courses across all modalities.
Develop and revise online courses using the Quality Matters review process and update on-campus courses using discipline-appropriate teaching practices.
Maintain professional certifications, if applicable.
Develop, implement, and monitor student performance outcomes through ongoing assessment.
Hold regular office hours and maintain a campus presence to support student access and engagement.
Maintain an active research agenda and disseminate findings through scholarly publications and presentations.
Collaborate with faculty on research, outreach, and external funding opportunities.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate research projects.
Advise undergraduate nutrition students and provide student mentorship.
Serve on Departmental, College, and University committees.
Provide service to the community and the nutrition and dietetics profession.
Collaborate across departments and campus units to strengthen interdisciplinary initiatives.
Participate in planning, review, and evaluation of bachelor’s and master’s programs, including certificates and concentrations.
Report curriculum and course issues to appropriate program coordinators and other issues to the Department Chair.
Perform other departmental and program duties as assigned.